Ouadi Qadisha and the Forest of the Cedars of God

The valley stretches through deep limestone cliffs containing numerous caves, monasteries, and chapels carved into rock faces along the Qadisha River banks.

Since the early centuries of Christianity, this valley provided refuge for Maronite Christian communities, who established monasteries and developed agricultural terraces.

The Forest of the Cedars of God contains ancient trees referenced in religious texts and historically used for construction across Mediterranean civilizations.

The network of hiking paths connects multiple rock-hewn monasteries, with guided tours available through visitor centers that explain the site's ecological importance.

The Deir Qannoubine monastery, founded in 375, features preserved religious frescoes from the 17th century within its cliffside structure.

Location: قضاء زغرتا

GPS coordinates: 34.28506,35.95054

Latest update: March 9, 2025 17:53