Lebanon Traveler

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Deir Hamatoura hike

The abbey known as the "Guardian of the City," in Hamatoura, is built in the rocks overlookin­g great views. The church is the most ancient part, dating back to the 4th Century. Walk along the mountain cliff overlookin­g the Qadisha Holy Valley and the riverbank. Meeting point Mar Maroun Church, Dora. LL35,000. Dale Corazon

Qadisha Valley hike

A hike through the stunning landscapes of Qadisha Valley, otherwise known as “The Holy Valley.” Meeting point Sodeco Square. LL39,000. Beyond Byblos

Daroun hike

Located in Keserwan, Daroun offers important religious sites and beautiful scenery. Level 4 hikers (5-6km, 300600m) will see monasterie­s and take the pilgrim’s paths of “Heaven” and “Moon,” level 6 hikers (8-10km, 0-600m) will pass by monasterie­s, water mills and two pilgrims paths. Meeting point Sagesse (Hikmeh School), Achrafieh. LL40,000, LL70,000 married couples, LL35,000 students, LL30,000 under 18s. Hiking trips are every Sun; check libantrek.com for updated schedule. Libantrek

Tannourine hike

An easy-moderate level hike of 10km through Tannourine in northern Lebanon. Meeting point ALFA, Furn el Chebbak. LL35,000. Born2hike

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