Temples of Baalbek

Baalbek is a city in Lebanon's Beqaa Valley, about 67 kilometers northeast of Beirut, located east of the Litani River. It is the capital of the Governorate of Baalbek-Hermel. Baalbek was also known as Heliopolis in Greek and Roman eras. Baalbek had an estimated population of 82,608 people in 1998, the majority of whom were Shia Muslims, followed by Sunni Muslims and Christians.

Baalbek is the ideal location in Lebanon to visit if you want to view old archaeological sites. Baalbek, known as the "City of Sun," is home to the temples of Jupiter and Bacchus, among others. You may marvel at historic architecture in Baalbek, which served as a haven for ancient Romans as they tried to please and worship the gods. The Baalbek temples are close to the Syrian border, but this is not a cause for concern because the area is guarded by armed guards and is encircled by mountains that separate Syria from Baalbek. After that, you can visit the Old Souk to buy some souvenirs to take home with you before heading to the Fish Fossil Museum. The Citadel costs $15 to enter, and the Fish Fossil Museum costs between $1.3 and $5.3.

Location: Baalbek District, Beqaa Governorate, Lebanon
Opening Hours: Daily

Entrance fee: $20 per hour