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South Lebanon: Ancient Coastal Land
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While south Lebanon’s historical sites can easily keep one busy, the area has a number of other attractions, including pristine beaches south of Tyre and the rare opportunity to snorkel or dive among long-submerged Phoenician and Roman ruins near the ancient cities of Sidon and Tyre. Culture-lovers will enjoy exploring bustling Ottoman-era souqs, and everyone can relax after a long day at seafood restaurants overlooking the Mediterranean.
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What to see and do in the South:
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Explore
the remains of the largest and best-preserved Roman
hippodrome in the world in Tyre archaeological sites,
as well as other remnants of this ancient coastal
metropolis.
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View
the ruins of the Phoenician Temple of
Eshmoun, a
well preserved complex honoring the principal god of the
city of Sidon.
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Visit
the village of Qana, where Jesus Christ is said
to have performed his first miracle, turning water into
wine at a wedding he was attending with his mother and
the disciples.
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Snorkel
among submerged Phoenician ruins outside of Tyre and
Sidon.
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Catch
a glimpse of endangered sea turtles and other
fascinating marine life at the Tyre Beach Reserve,
and go for a swim at one of the south’s pristine beaches.
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See
the Sidon Sea Castle, a crusader’s castle
sitting on a small island in the harbor, connected by a
stone bridge to mainland Sidon.
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In close proximity to Tyre are several biblical sites, which include the
Tomb of King Hiram, the Phoenician King of Tyre who was a contemporary of Kind David and King Solomon.
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