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Baakline through history

I carry the legacy of a nation’s history that witnessed important eras…
I hold God’s most beautiful creations: nature rich in trees, waterfalls, valleys and breeze…
Right at my core lay a heritage and monuments that pushed me to the forefront of a civilization originating from Shouf.
From the top of my mountains I radiate knowledge and culture, connecting various religions under the idea of coexistence.
Yes! I am Baakline. Words fail to describe the amount of entertainment, activities and beauty lying between my paths and corners, whether they were sports related, recreational, touristic, religious or cultural.
I am Baakline and I am waiting for you to experience one of the most beautiful towns in Lebanon.



Things to do


With its multifaceted touristic landmarks, Baakline attracts various kinds of visitors who each find a certain refuge or a new milestone in their journey to discover the beauty of Lebanon, especially the Shouf. Whoever visits Baakline finds culture, ancient civilization, religious and nature tourism. With this national touristic aspect, hospitality and good food remain the most retained memory of visitors, pushing them to visit again.



art

Different kinds of arts can’t be missing in a town rooted in heritage and civilization on one hand and surrounded by the most beautiful nature on the other hand. Fine arts fill Baakline, the Shouf district town.

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heritage and culture

The heritage and culture aspects of Baakline are rooted in its ancient history. Decades ago, it was the capital of the Lebanese Maan Emirate and this era is well documented in its national library. Its ancient castles, cultural centers and Khan Al-Saboun (soap market) are witnesses to the traditions of many generations and encounters written in history and engraved in memory.

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delicious food

A visit to Baakline is not complete without the delicious food that reflects the ancient civilization rooted in the heart of the town. Indulging Lebanese dishes are more delicious next to a river or in the arms of nature, away from the city’s chaos.

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nature and sports

To all nature and sports enthusiasts, Baakline, with its trees, rivers and valleys is calling you. Your love for nature will intensify when you walk its paths where horse tracks are engraved and its splendor will lure you back to it no matter how far you are.

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relaxing stay

Sleeping in the heart of nature, contemplating stars or relaxing in a resort are both options available when visiting Baakline. Guest houses and locations differ but hospitality is ever the same.

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religious tourism

Every corner of Baakline holds a symbol of Lebanon’s pluralism, coexistence and diversification identity.
Every corner showcases a glimpse of religion where the visitor searching for a history and a diversified religious reality, finds a confirmation to its origins and cultural, religious, human and heritage aspects.

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The Coordination Committee in Baakline was established in 2018 and works in partnership with the municipality of Baakline. One of the committee's goals is to enhance social stability and create a space for positive interaction among the town’s people. The group's work comes within the framework of the United Nations Development Program, which is implemented in partnership with the municipality of Baakline and funded by the British government, along with technical support from the Dawaer Association