Scenic spot introduction:
Byblos is one of the oldest cities in Lebanon. Its history can be traced back to the time when the first groups of fishermen settled here 7,000 years ago. Byblos is also the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world. Byblos, located in the coastal region of Lebanon, has been inhabited since the Neolithic Age and is closely linked to the legends and history of the Mediterranean region for thousands of years. At the same time, Byblos is also closely related to the development and spread of the Phoenician alphabet. It is also the birthplace of the name of the Bible. "Byblos" is the etymology of the English word "Bible". The original meaning of Bible is "book" .Attractions distribution:
The main attractions of the ancient city of Byblos include the city wall, Crusader Castle, St. John's Church, ancient Roman theater, port, residences, markets, etc.Scenic spot qualifications:
World HeritageScenic spot features:
Tourism, history, culture, ancient cities, civilizationAttraction Address
Travel Guide
Best time to visit:
Lebanon has a tropical Mediterranean climate. The coastal areas have hot and humid summers and warm winters, making travel possible in all seasons.
Tourist Transportation
Scenic spot location:
Asia>Lebanon
How to get there:
Byblos is only 40 kilometers away from Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, and can be reached in an hour's drive. You can go by chartered car.
Scenic area map:
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Attraction Tickets
Byblos ticket prices:
free
Scenic area opening hours:
Open all day
