10 Villages You Should Visit With Your Friends In Koura, Lebanon
When you think of Lebanon, you think of a beautiful blend of captivating nature, rich culture, and most importantly, delicious food. You can find all of this and more in the Koura district, north of Lebanon, making it the perfect area to visit for a day off with friends.
Here are some of these interesting villages in Koura that you should consider exploring with your friends on a road trip.
#1 Anfeh
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Anfeh is a Phoenician coastal town that has been nicknamed “Little Greece” in recent years because of its blue and white greek styled huts gathered around the coast.
This is the place to be in for all things water activities related. Diving and boating are big parts of the local culture because of the need to be as close as possible to Anfeh's crystal clear water.
It is also a historical site that was a strategic location for the Phoenicians as well as for the Crusade Counts that governed Tripoli .
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This town is a tourist goldmine filled with stunning beaches accompanied by delicious seafood and amazing views.
Get to know more about Anfeh here .
#2 Kaftoun
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Kaftoun is the perfect little town for hiking connoisseurs. Packed with different hiking trails, Kaftoun is the place to visit for all your nature activities needs.
If you're up for the challenge you can climb one of Lebanon's longest flights of stairs (at 788 steps).
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Nicknamed the Stairway to Heaven, the ride is as beautiful as the destination. On your way up, you'll become more and more immersed in nature till all you can see are large stretches of lush forest from all angles.
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For the less athletic, you can always just set up camp or a picnic near the famous Walnut River (Nahr El Joz) and just frolic in the river breeze.
#3 Kousba
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Kousba is one of the largest and more populated villages of the Koura region, and it has a lot going for it.
One of its most notable tourist attractions is the Chateau Du Liban, a mysterious black castle that pierces the sky, where you can spend an afternoon sightseeing.
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And also the highly-popular Bouza Salem that is sought after by people from around Lebanon for its delicious local ice cream.
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A small hike away is the splendid Hamatoura Monastery, an ancient place of national, cultural, and religious importance with a view from Kousba that makes you feel like you are on top of the world.
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#4 Amioun
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Amioun is the capital of Koura and it certainly lives up to its reputation. It's one of the centers of activity of the North and it holds a warm and bustling atmosphere day and night. The streets are packed full of delicious restaurants, lively pubs, and relaxing cafés.