El-Koura, Lebanon In 20 Pictures

The Koura District in North Lebanon stretches from the sea up to the mountains, holding a historical past and full of olive trees.

Extensive Olive Orchards

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El-Koura is known for its olive groves and the production of olive oil. Olive trees stretch across fields creating a sea of greenery.

The Hamatoura Monastery

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An impressive monastery of the Qadisha Valley, by the town of Kousba, the 13th-century Hamatoura monastery is where Saint Jacob began his ascetic life.

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Home to many beautiful villages

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El-Koura is composed of over 50 villages and towns. Below are listed a handful of the most popular ones:

Amioun

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Amioun is the capital of El-Koura, full of historical evidence that dates back to Paleolithic times.

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Anfeh

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Anfeh is a coastal town belonging to the Koura District. It is located between the sea towns of Chekka and Qalamoun.

Kaftoun

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Kaftoun is a small village near the Walnut River (Nahr El Joz). It's so small it has around 300 residents only.

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Deddeh

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Deddeh is located 295 meters above sea level. It houses around 4,000 inhabitants, some who have a clear view of the Mediterranean and nearby Tripoli .

Kousba

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Tucked between mountains, the village of Kousba is one of the most inhabited parts of the Koura District. It is located near Amioun.

Batroumine