Baalbek - Wikipedia
Baalbek [a] (/ ˈ b ɑː l b ɛ k, ˈ b eɪ ə l b ɛ k /; [5] Arabic: بَعْلَبَكّ, romanized: Baʿlabakk; Syriac: ܒܥܠܒܟ) is a city located east of the Litani River in Lebanon's Beqaa Valley, about 67 km (42 mi) northeast of Beirut. It is the capital of Baalbek-Hermel Governorate. [6] In 1998, the city had a population of 82,608. [7]
Baalbek | Lebanon, Temple, Ruins, Population, & Map | Britannica
Dec 1, 2024 · Baalbek is a large archaeological complex encompassing the ruins of an ancient Roman town in eastern Lebanon. Among its notable ruins are a Temple of Jupiter and a Temple of Bacchus, and an annual music festival takes place at the temple complex.
Mystery of the stones: How Lebanon’s Baalbek ruins are a site ...
Jul 11, 2019 · Perched on a lofty mound overlooking Lebanon’s lush Bekaa Valley sits Baalbek, a city steeped in history and home to the ruins of one of the largest Roman religious sites. Its remaining...
Baalbek - World History Encyclopedia
Sep 2, 2009 · Baalbek is an ancient Phoenician city located in what is now modern-day Lebanon, north of Beirut, in the Beqaa Valley. Inhabited as early as 9000 BCE, Baalbek grew into an important pilgrimage site...
What is Lebanon’s ancient city of Baalbek and why is Israel ...
Nov 1, 2024 · Tens of thousands of people have fled Baalbek, the largest city in eastern Lebanon, following Israeli forced displacement calls for the city and its surrounding villages.
A Brief History of The Baalbek Roman Ruins in Lebanon
Mar 23, 2017 · As early as 9000 BC, Baalbek was a place for worship and became a cornerstone of ancient civilizations. Located in modern day Lebanon, the ruins stand tall as an archaeological wonder with towering monuments and impressive columns.
How To Visit The Baalbek Temple Ruins In Lebanon
Oct 5, 2023 · The ancient Roman ruins, temples, & giant megalith stones at Baalbek Lebanon (aka 'Baalbeck') are well worth a visit. Here's a travel guide!