Al Wadi Al Akhdar is taking us on tours of lesser-known green destinations around Lebanon. After visiting Jisr El Aarous, Ammiq, Kawkaba, Chahtoul, and Hammana, we have arrived in Jaj.
Forests & Nature Reserves
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Nature enthusiasts will be thrilled to learn that Lebanon has three new nature reserves that are waiting to be discovered. In collaboration with the Lebanon Reforestation Initiative (LRI), we take a …
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“Forests tell us the story of human history. They hold the imprints of past and present civilizations and their connection to nature,” says Elsa J. Sattout, the biodiversity conservationist behind the …
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This season, even when it’s raining, head outdoors, Pascal Abdallah, suggests a trip to Yammouneh Nature Reserve to learn about Lebanon’s biodiversity and geophysics. An outing doesn’t need to be canceled just …
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Nestled in an untouched cradle of wild forests in the Batroun mountains, Hardine is the oldest Christian village in Lebanon and hometown of Lebanese saint Nimatullah Kassab, known as Al Hardini. We …
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Ehden is an excellent choice for culture, nature and food enthusiats. Here are ten ways to spend a weekend in this quaint picturesque town.
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There is no shortage of places to stay and things to do in Lebanon, so much so that we could all do with a helping hand. Take a look at our …
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Just 50 kilometers northeast of Beirut is one of the country’s most diverse natural heritage sites. Today, dedicated conservationists are working to safeguard it through sustainable ecotourism and local development projects. …
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We explore the work being undertaken by the Lebanon Reforestation Initiative to help tackle the issue of diminishing forests in Lebanon.