Anfeh highlights with Dale Corazon – Lebanon Explorers
Sports & Outdoor,
5, February 2022
North
Hiking Trip to ANFEH with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS
| Meeting point: Mar Abda Church parking facing the New-bridge, Jal El =============== Dib @ 7:30 AM FEES: ==== 180,000 LL/person including transport (Open windows), professional guides, 5 minutes warming up, stretching, and pictures. Children 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (160,000 LL/person) Optional transportation by your own vehicles 120,000 LL/person Make your group of 4 persons (& more) and get a 20% discount/person. (150,000 LL per person). DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT: ====================== Anfeh is an old town that goes to the Canaanite-Phoenician era. It was mentioned as "Ambi" in Tall-El-Amarina letters, in the 14th century B.C. It was also mentioned in the Assyrian engravings during the reign of King Asr-Hadoun (681-669 B.C). During the Greek-Roman era, Anfeh was mentioned as "Trieres", which means the ship with three rows of oars. In the Byzantine Empire, "Trieres" was mentioned in a wider aspect. It was a patriarchal center, and its pastor participated in the Council of Chalcedon in 451 A.C. It was destroyed by the earthquake that hit the Mediterranean eastern coast in the middle of the 6th century (551 A.C). In the seventh century AC, Anfeh became a part of the Arab empire. It was mentioned in the Hadith of Prophet Mohammed that Anfeh was a strong barrier in the Roman sea. It is also known that Muawiya, the founder of the Umayyad dynasty, built a part of his military fleet in it. The Crusades occupied Anfeh early in the 12th century. They called it "Nafin" and rebuilt its marine citadel [The Citadel of Anfeh]. In 1289 A.C, Al-Mamaleek lead by Sultan Qalawun obliged the Crusades to withdraw from Anfeh. They destroyed its marine citadel and threw part of its stones in the sea. Afterward, they made Anfeh the center of a district consisting of Al-Koura and Bcharreh areas. During the Ottoman occupation, Anfeh became the administrative center for the Side of Anfeh that consisted of 13 villages and 14 farms. Later, it became the center of Qaza Al-Koura (district of Al-Koura) during winter, and a Serail [The Old Serail] was built in its southern area. During the French mandate, Anfeh was an important base. During World War II, a military airport was built in Al-Sawdat, southern Anfeh. Since the independence of Lebanon, in 1943, Anfeh has been playing a significant role in different social, academic, political, and economic aspects of the country. A local Guide may accommodate us and introduce the village from his perspective. HIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy, 4 to 6 for intermediate, 7 to 9 for strenuous The hike will be two levels: Our hiking level 4, due to its privileged location on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea; will be an easy and beautiful trail of just 7 KM. First, we will stop by a natural cave furnished and set up in an exceptional way. Then, we will go in one group and take an easy path leading to “Saidet el Natour”, an old historical monastery, due to its strategic location it was invaded by all kinds of soldiers who passed through this area. Later on, we will walk in the old village rich in ruins and caves and visit a very old Byzantine church (Our Lady of the wind) and the Citadel of Anfeh located on a peninsula known as “Rass Anfeh” and considered as a Crusader residue characterized by its rock-cut channel (Al-Khandaq). Our Lunch will be there, we will encounter as well old graves, mosaic pieces, olive presses, and Phoenician salt pans, where you can take a lot of unforgettable pictures. Level 5 will have an extension for the trail. Where will discover more landmarks in Anfeh. In the end, we will walk in Anfeh, discover the great landmarks like the Salinas, wind wheels, hills, and caves. On our way back to Beirut, we may stop in Batroun to drink fresh Lemonade. Diversified.? Yes! You will encounter a lot of things in this hike! Protect yourself and others around you by knowing the facts and taking appropriate precautions: Distancing from each other is a must. Cover your nose and mouth with your face masks. To keep it on, while we are on the bus. Clean your hands often by using hand gel or other. WHAT TO TAKE: ============ Healthy snacks that will boost your energy include dried fruits, lunch, water, MEDICAL FACE MASKS, HAND GEL, cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Wear comfortable walking shoes (A professional brand is recommended) and don't forget to get a light jacket. DC members get a 20% discount on sports equipment in Sports 4 Ever branches. ==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== FOR RESERVATION AND INFO: ======================= Please Call 00961-70-986118 / 00961-70-997062 and by sending an SMS, or WhatsApp mentions your name, surname, and the event you wish to join us on. NOTE: ===== Thank you for not smoking during the trip and following all the ecotourism rules including safety regulations (hikers are advised to join our events to their own responsibility). And occasionally, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the event may occur. You can join our group on Facebook: Dale Corazon - Lebanon Explorersيلا يا قلب (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page) Instagram: dale.corazon.leb.explorers YouTube: Dale Corazon - Lebanon Explorers For more information, kindly visit our website: http://www.dalecorazon.com/ Best Regards, Dale Corazon - Lebanon Explorers D.C. Think Eco-friendly before printing this message! |
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