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The Armenian area of Burj Hammoud is located east of Beirut and was settled when Armenians fled to Lebanon after the Ottoman genocide in 1914 and 1915. For outsiders, it is mainly popular for its jewelry, clothing and craft stores, while antique, vintage shops and old-school record shops are also abound. In addition, Burj Hammoud is scattered with eateries and restaurants serving delicious Armenian food. Excellent choices are the tiny upstairs’ restaurant Onno and the friendly, small Varouj.

Burj Hammoud can be reached by LCC bus 2 and 8 or on foot continuing on Armenia Street from Mar Michael. After crossing the bridge over the Beirut River, the area is a little bit further down and on your right.


​TIP: head to Ghazal Bakery and try one of their famous “lahme bajeen”, a very thin pizza topped with mince meat and drenched in lemon juice.
 
 
 

 

Check the map below for an overview of all Cultural locations across Lebanon.