Stelae of Nahr el-Kalb
A unique chronicle of human history carved into limestone rocks in a narrow river valley just north of Beirut, Lebanon.

šŸ“œ Over 20 inscriptions and rock reliefs summarize Lebanon's history from antiquity to the present.
šŸ” Located in a narrow river valley just north of Beirut, Lebanon, at the estuary of the Nahr al-Kalb (Dog River).

Why Go

šŸ—æ Witness a unique chronicle of human history carved in stone
šŸ“œ See inscriptions from pharaohs, kings, emperors, and armies across millennia
šŸŒ Site on UNESCO's tentative list for World Heritage status
šŸŒ‰ Discover an historical bridge built by Mamluk sultan Barquq

Why Avoid

āš ļø Largely ignored by visitors and locals, hidden behind tall weeds
šŸ›‘ Site is completely unmarked and close to a well-used road with traffic

Tips

šŸš— Easy drive from downtown Beirut.
šŸ…æļø Park beside the road or at Palms the Legend restaurant.

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