Wadi Yaroun

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Wadi Yaroun, Archaeological site in Ain Ebel, Lebanon.

Wadi Yaroun extends through a valley south of Ain Ebel, featuring exposed surfaces covered with worked flint flakes from prehistoric settlements.

The site gained recognition in 1908 when archaeologist Paul Bovier-Lapierre discovered tools from the Heavy Neolithic period and Qaraoun culture.

The excavated stone tools and artifacts from Wadi Yaroun are preserved at the Museum of Lebanese Prehistory at Saint Joseph University.

The archaeological site maintains open access for visitors, located at coordinates 33.08778°N and 35.39667°E in the Nabatieh Governorate.

The valley contains an extensive collection of massive nosed scrapers crafted from light grey silicious limestone during prehistoric times.

Location: Ain Ebel

GPS coordinates: 33.08778,35.39667

Latest update: April 11, 2025 01:01

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