Bekaa Valley, Agricultural valley between Mount Lebanon and Anti-Lebanon mountains, Lebanon
Bekaa Valley is a lowland area nestled between two major mountain ranges that stretch across Lebanon. The landscape shows vast farmland and fields that occupy the flat terrain, with mountains rising sharply on either side.
In ancient times, the valley served as a major grain-producing region for Roman provinces throughout the eastern Mediterranean. This agricultural role has remained central to the area for thousands of years.
Multiple religious communities have shaped the valley over centuries, each contributing to local traditions and settlement patterns. Walking through towns, you notice this diversity reflected in architecture and daily life.
The region experiences distinct seasons, with winters that can be cold and summers that are warm and dry. The northern and central sections have different rainfall patterns, so spring and fall offer the most pleasant conditions for visiting.
Several wineries throughout the region maintain wine-making traditions that go back hundreds of years. These producers take advantage of the valley's particular growing conditions to make wine in significant quantities each year.
Location: Beqaa Governorate
GPS coordinates: 33.83333,36.00000
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:06
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