Mount Hermon, Mountain peak in Rashaya District, Syria
Mount Hermon is a limestone massif with three peaks in Rashaya District, Syria, stretching across the southern edge of the Anti-Lebanon range. The highest point stands at 2814 meters and overlooks several valleys and plains.
Ancient chronicles mention the peak under the names Sirion and Senir during the conquest campaigns led by Moses and Joshua. Greek inscriptions from 200 CE mark temples built on the slopes.
The name comes from Hebrew and means "forbidden place", reflecting ancient beliefs about the peak as a sacred boundary. Local shepherds still bring their flocks to graze on the lower slopes during warmer months.
The southern slopes host a ski area up to 2040 meters during winter, while summer brings hiking paths and berry picking. Visitors should bring warm clothing, as temperatures remain cool at higher elevations even in summer.
A permanently staffed United Nations position sits on the summit, known as Hermon Hotel, monitoring the buffer zone between territories. The site stands as the highest of its kind worldwide.
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