Jeita, Jounieh

Name: Jeita
Address: Jounieh, Lebanon

#6 among attractions in Jounieh

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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. ()

Local name: جعيتا Coordinates: 33°57'5"N, 35°38'11"E

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Nearby attractions include: Jeita Grotto, Our Lady of Lebanon, Casino du Liban, Baabdat.

0.7 miSE
Natural attraction, Cave
Jeita Grotto, Jounieh
18 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...
2.3 miN
Monuments and statues, Church, Temple
Our Lady of Lebanon, Jounieh
58 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...
4.4 miN
Nightlife, Gambling, Casino
Casino du Liban, Jounieh
112 min walk • Perched on the edge of a cliff overlooking the azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea, Casino du Liban stands as an emblem of luxury and entertainment in the heart of Jounieh, Lebanon. This glamorous establishment, which opened its doors in 1959, has long been a beacon...
5 miS
Area
Baabdat, Beirut
128 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.
~1300 ftSW
Natural history museum, Museum
Lebanese Marine and Wildlife Museum, Jounieh
7 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...
1.2 miE
Archaeological site
Haret ech Cheikh, Jounieh
31 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.
4.9 miS
Town, Area
Brummana, Beirut
125 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.
3.2 miSW
Archaeological site
Ksar Akil, Beirut
81 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.
3.7 miSW
Archaeological site
Ras El Kelb, Beirut
94 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.
3.4 miSE
Town, Area
Bikfaya, Beirut
86 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.
4.5 miN
34°1'0"N • 35°37'51"E
Aquamarina 2 Complex, Jounieh
116 min walk • Beach, Sailing, Marina