Burj el-Shemali, Tyre

#4 among attractions in Tyre

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Burj el-Shemali is a municipality located some 86 km south of Beirut and 3 km east of the Tyre/Sour peninsula, merging into its urban area. It is part of the Tyre Union of Municipalities within the Tyre District of the South Governorate of Lebanon. ()

Local name: مخيم البرج الشمالي Coordinates: 33°16'0"N, 35°12'0"E

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Burj el-Shemali – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tyre Hippodrome, Tyre Necropolis, Tyre Coast Nature Reserve, Sour Stadium.

0.6 miE
Archaeological site, Ancient Roman architecture
Tyre Hippodrome, Tyre
15 min walk • The Tyre Hippodrome, also known as the Hippodrome of Tyre, is a monumental site steeped in history located in the ancient city of Tyre, Lebanon. Once a thriving venue for chariot races and other public spectacles during the Roman and Byzantine periods, the hippodrome...
0.8 miE
Archaeological site
Tyre Necropolis, Tyre
20 min walk • The Tyre Necropolis, nestled in the ancient city of Tyre in Lebanon, stands as a testament to the city's rich and multifaceted history. This extensive burial site, dating back to the 2nd century AD, is a significant component of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city...
1.3 miSE
Park
Tyre Coast Nature Reserve, Tyre
34 min walk • Nestled along the southern coast of Lebanon, the Tyre Coast Nature Reserve is a pristine haven of biodiversity and natural beauty. Officially established in 1998, this coastal park is a testament to Lebanon's commitment to preserving its unique ecological heritage.
0.9 miNE
Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Sour Stadium, Tyre
23 min walk • Sour Municipal Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Tyre, Lebanon. It is used mostly for football matches and serves as the home for Tadamon Sour and Salam Sour. The stadium was built in 1947 and holds 6,500 people.