Saint Elias Monastery, Beirut

#90 among attractions in Beirut

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The Patriarchal Monastery of Saint Elias – Shwayya is a stauropegic monastery of the Greek Orthodox Church of Antioch, perched atop a sandstone cliff in the Matn District, thirty-one kilometers from Beirut. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 33°55'20"N, 35°42'47"E

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Beirut Lebanon

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Saint Elias Monastery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

4.2 miW
Natural attraction, Cave
Jeita Grotto, Jounieh
108 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...
5.4 miNW
Monuments and statues, Church, Temple
Our Lady of Lebanon, Jounieh
138 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...
3.8 miSW
Area
Baabdat, Beirut
97 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.
4.9 miW
Natural history museum, Museum
Lebanese Marine and Wildlife Museum, Jounieh
125 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...
4.1 miNW
Archaeological site
Haret ech Cheikh, Jounieh
104 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.
5.6 miSW
Town, Area
Brummana, Beirut
143 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.
4.8 miNW
Town, Area
Jeita, Jounieh
124 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.
2 miW
Town, Area
Bikfaya, Beirut
51 min walk • 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.
6.2 miNW
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Fouad Chehab Stadium, Jounieh
158 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.
1.3 miW
Town
Mhaydseh, Beirut
34 min walk • Mhaydseh, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon is a town in the south-eastern portion of the Bekaa, a governorate of the Republic of Lebanon. Mhaydseh is part of the Rashaya District.
6.8 miNW
Universities and schools
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, Jounieh
174 min walk • The Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, is a private, not-for-profit Catholic university in Jounieh, Lebanon. The university was founded in 1950 and ratified under the new Higher Education Law of 1962.