TRAVELLING LEBANON BLOG
Join Nidal Majdalani on an unforgettable journey across Lebanon, discovering scenic road trips, hidden hiking trails, sacred pilgrimage sites, rich cultural heritage, serene nature escapes, and breathtaking photography spots.
Through her words and lens, Nidal invites you to explore Lebanon’s untold stories and its best-kept secrets.
Unveiling Lebanon’s Forgotten Heritage Sites: The Lost Saint Maroun Refuge of Hermel, Lebanon
Hidden in the cliffs of Hermel, Lebanon, the Grotto of Saint Maroun is a long-forgotten sacred sanctuary, untouched for centuries, until now. During my visits, I documented its premises, capturing its forgotten state and sharing a guide to explore Hermel’s offerings in my 2018 articles.
The Story of the Deer in Lebanon and the Beginning of Hunting Season
In the heart of Lebanon’s wildlands, a forgotten species is making its return. Once extinct, the Lebanese deer is now being reintroduced through the dedication of a single man, proving that conservation is possible even against the odds. As hunting season begins, the question remains: can we strike a balance between tradition and the urgent need to restore our natural ecosystems?
Sawfar’s Timeless Heritage: Tom Young’s Art Bringing History to Life
Experience it through my lens—Tom Young’s art revives Lebanon’s lost heritage, blending emotion with a call to preserve its cultural and architectural legacy. At the Grand Sofar Hotel exhibition, visitors stood in awe—some nostalgic, others shaken by the contrast between past grandeur and the scars of war.
Uncovering the Hermel Pyramid (Kamouh El-Hermel): A Monument Shrouded in Mystery
The Hermel Pyramid, a 26-meter-tall ancient monument in the northern Bekaa of Lebanon, remains one of the country’s greatest archaeological mysteries.. Despite its historical significance, this enigmatic site faces neglect and vandalism, highlighting the urgent need for preservation.