Our Lady of Lebanon, Marian shrine in Harissa, Lebanon
Our Lady of Lebanon is a Marian shrine located in Harissa overlooking Jounieh Bay. The site features a bronze statue mounted on a raised platform with a circular base that offers expansive views of the Mediterranean coastline.
The shrine was established in 1904 and received its bronze statue in 1908, created by French craftsmen. These early decades marked the beginning of a significant religious landmark in the region.
The shrine welcomes visitors from different faith backgrounds who come to honor Mary as a figure of spiritual importance. This place of devotion brings together people from the surrounding region across religious lines.
Visitors can reach the shrine via a cable car from Jounieh, combining transportation with scenic views. The journey across the bay forms part of the experience, allowing you to see the coastal landscape from a different perspective.
The statue faces toward Beirut, creating a symbolic connection between the shrine and the capital city. This orientation gives the monument a personal relationship to the city and its people.
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