Wadi Yaroun, Archaeological site in Ain Ebel, Lebanon.
Wadi Yaroun is an archaeological site in a valley south of Ain Ebel where the ground surface displays worked flint flakes from prehistoric settlements. The landscape shows clear traces of stone tool production that took place here during ancient times.
The site was discovered in 1908 by archaeologist Paul Bovier-Lapierre, who found tools from the Heavy Neolithic period and the Qaraoun culture. This discovery proved human presence in this valley region during prehistoric times.
The excavated stone tools and artifacts from Wadi Yaroun are preserved at the Museum of Lebanese Prehistory at Saint Joseph University.
The site is freely accessible for visitors to explore the ground surface where artifacts can be spotted with careful observation. Wear sturdy footwear since the terrain is hilly and uneven in places.
The site contains massive nosed scrapers made from light grey limestone that stand out among surface finds. These specialized tools reveal the crafting techniques of people who lived here long ago.
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