Just southwest of the St Stephen’s Cathedral is the beautiful domed 19th-century (1867) Orthodox Church of Saint George.
Just southwest of the St Stephen’s Cathedral is the beautiful domed 19th-century (1867) Orthodox Church of Saint George.
Built on the ruins of a Byzantine church in the 19th century, the beautiful whitewashed chapel of the Lady of the Sea is located on the seashore near the Phoenician Wall.
The 225-meter long solid sandstone Phoenician sea wall is situated just south of it. Originally a sand dune, men started hewing it to take hard sand rocks for building temples, houses and other structures,...
The beach area south of Batroun offers good diving. For courses and/or other Scuba Services, check out the Pure Tech Diving school at the San Stephano Resort. Their diving sites include many ship wrecks....
In the fisherman harbor, the remains of the old Phoenician port are still visible.
Located north of the harbor and recognized by its square towers, the stunning St Stephen’s (Mar Estephan) Cathedral was completed in the beginning of the 20th century by an Italian architect.
Situated in the northern part of the old own, the restored sandstone 19th-century souqs are still in use.
It is worthwhile to check out the locally made artisan goods sold from behind the large wooden...
The Lebanese Yacht Club, located just south of Batroun, caters for families, schools and children who want to discover and enjoy the pleasure of sailing. They have a sailing school and offer boat rentals...
Each July and/or August, the Batroun International Festival is organized in the old harbor area and offers a variety of performances and exhibitions.
More information, including the program can be found...
Check the map below for an overview of all Cultural locations across Lebanon.