Bikfaya, Beirut

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Bikfaya is a town in the Matn District region of Mount Lebanon. Its stone houses with red-tiled roofs resting amidst pine and oak forests make Bikfaya one of the most sought-after suburbs of Beirut and one of Lebanon's most popular summer resorts. An old town among its monuments is the church of Mar Abda, built in 1587. ()

Local name: بكفيا Maximum elevation: 3281 ftMinimal elevation: 2953 ftCoordinates: 33°55'4"N, 35°40'43"E

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Nearby attractions include: Jeita Grotto, Our Lady of Lebanon, Baabdat, Lebanese Marine and Wildlife Museum.

2.7 miNW
Natural attraction, Cave
Jeita Grotto, Jounieh
69 min walk • Nestled within the picturesque mountains of Lebanon lies the Jeita Grotto, an extraordinary system of two separate, but interconnected, limestone caves. Located in the city of Jounieh, just 18 kilometers north of the capital Beirut, these caverns present a hidden...
4.7 miN
Monuments and statues, Church, Temple
Our Lady of Lebanon, Jounieh
120 min walk • Perched on a hilltop overlooking the bay of Jounieh in Lebanon, Our Lady of Lebanon is a spiritual beacon and a significant pilgrimage site that attracts visitors from around the globe. This majestic shrine, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, is not only a symbol of faith...
2.5 miS
Area
Baabdat, Beirut
64 min walk • Baabdat is a charming town located in the mountains, near the capital of Lebanon, Beirut. Known for its beautiful landscapes and tranquil lifestyle, it attracts both Lebanese residents and foreign tourists seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of the city.
3.3 miNW
Natural history museum, Museum
Lebanese Marine and Wildlife Museum, Jounieh
86 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque seaside city of Jounieh, Lebanon, the Lebanese Marine and Wildlife Museum offers a unique window into the rich biodiversity of the Mediterranean and the local Lebanese ecosystems. This educational museum is dedicated to the preservation...
3 miNW
Archaeological site
Haret ech Cheikh, Jounieh
77 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Jounieh, a coastal city in Lebanon, lies the historic quarter known as Haret ech Cheikh. This area, rich with cultural heritage, offers a glimpse into the traditional Lebanese way of life, set against the backdrop of modern urban development.
3.8 miSW
Town, Area
Brummana, Beirut
97 min walk • Brummana is a town in the Matn District of the Mount Lebanon Governorate in Lebanon. It is located east of Beirut, overlooking the capital and the Mediterranean. Brummana has long been a summer destination for visitors and locals. It is also the green lung of the region, with many pine trees lining its streets.
6 miSW
Town, Archaeological site
Beit Mery, Beirut
153 min walk • Beit Mery is a Lebanese town overlooking the capital Beirut. The town has been a summer mountain resort since the times of the Phoenicians and later the Romans. The name derives from Aramaic and means "The house of my Lord".
3.4 miNW
Town, Area
Jeita, Jounieh
86 min walk • Jeita is a town and municipality located in the Keserwan District of the Keserwan-Jbeil Governorate of Lebanon. The town is about 20 kilometres north of Beirut. It has an average elevation of 380 meters above sea level and a total land area of 290 hectares. Jeita's inhabitants are Maronites.
4.5 miW
Archaeological site
Ksar Akil, Beirut
115 min walk • Ksar Akil is an archeological site 10 km northeast of Beirut in Lebanon. It is located about 800 m west of Antelias spring on the north bank of the northern tributary of the Wadi Antelias. It is a large rock shelter below a steep limestone cliff.
5.3 miW
Archaeological site
Ras El Kelb, Beirut
136 min walk • Ras El Kelb is a truncated seaside cave and Paleolithic settlement located on the low-lying coast of Lebanon, 8 km north of Beirut. It is one of the oldest habitations found in the country. Rescue excavations were carried out in 1959 by Dorothy Garrod and G. Henri-Martin.
5.2 miNW
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Fouad Chehab Stadium, Jounieh
134 min walk • Fouad Chehab Stadium, also known as Jounieh Municipal Stadium, is a multi-use stadium in Jounieh, Lebanon. It is currently used mostly for football matches, and has a capacity of 5,000.