Zgharta, Tripoli
#4 among attractions in Tripoli


Facts and practical information
Zgharta, also spelled Zghorta, is a city in North Lebanon, with an estimated population of around 50,000. It is the second biggest city in Northern Lebanon after Tripoli. ()
Tripoli Lebanon
Zgharta – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles, El Mina, Port of Tripoli, Plain of Zgharta.
3.9 miNWForts and castlesCitadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles, Tripoli
101 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Tripoli, Lebanon, the Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles stands as a formidable testament to the region's medieval history. Also known as Qala'at Sanjil in Arabic, this historic castle offers a glimpse into the past and a panoramic view...
5.8 miNWTown, AreaEl Mina, Tripoli
147 min walk • El-Mina or El Mina, is a coastal independent town in Tripoli, Northern Lebanon. El-Mina occupies the location of the old Phoenician city of Tripoli.
5.4 miNWHarborPort of Tripoli, Tripoli
138 min walk • The Port of Tripoli is the 2nd major port in Lebanon. The port covers an approximate area of 3 square kilometres, with a water area of 2.2 square kilometres, and the land area composing of 320,000 square metres, and a 420,000 square metres dump area adjacent to the current port...
~1450 ftNEArchaeological sitePlain of Zgharta, Tripoli
7 min walk • The Plain of Zgharta is a Heavy Neolithic archaeological site approximately 7 kilometres east and southeast of Tripoli in Lebanon.
3.1 miWUniversities and schoolsJinan University Lebanon, Tripoli
80 min walk • Jinan University is a private nonprofit institution of higher education with campuses located in the cities of Tripoli and Saïda in Lebanon.
4.4 miSVillageMorh Kfarsghab
112 min walk • Morh Kfarsghab is a village located in the Zgharta District in the North Governorate of Lebanon. Murh Kfarsghab is the winter dwellings of the people of the mountain village of Kfarsghab. It is a typical organization of pastoral and agricultural Mediterranean communities where seasonal fixed transhumance is still practised.
4.8 miNWSport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venueTripoli Municipal Stadium, Tripoli
122 min walk • Tripoli Municipal Stadium is a 10,000 capacity multi-use stadium in Tripoli, Lebanon. It is located near the city center. The stadium was inaugurated on 29 May 1960.
4.2 miNWUniversities and schoolsAmerican University of Technology, Tripoli
107 min walk • American University of Technology, is a private university established in Lebanon. It was founded in 1998 by Ghada Hinain near Byblos. The university is directed by an appointed Board of Trustees.
4.7 miWSport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiumsInternational Olympic Stadium, Tripoli
121 min walk • The International Olympic Stadium, also known as the Rashid Karami Municipal Stadium, is a 22,400 capacity multi-purpose stadium in Tripoli, Lebanon. Formerly used for football matches, the stadium is mainly used for international rugby league tests. It also has athletics facilities.
4.7 miWSport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venueZgharta Sports Complex, Tripoli
120 min walk • The Zgharta Sports Complex, commonly known as the Mirdachiyyé Stadium, is a 5,000 capacity use stadium in Zgharta, Lebanon. It is currently used for football matches and is the home ground of Salam Zgharta, as well as of other clubs in Zgharta.
4.7 miWSport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venueTripoli International Olympic Stadium, Tripoli
120 min walk • The International Olympic Stadium, also known as the Rashid Karami Municipal Stadium, is a 22,400 capacity multi-purpose stadium in Tripoli, Lebanon. Formerly used for football matches, the stadium is mainly used for international rugby league tests. It also has athletics facilities.