Quick Facts
- Byblos is considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with evidence of human settlement dating back over 7,000 years.
- The city is home to the ancient Byblos Castle, built by the Crusaders in the 12th century, which offers stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.
- Byblos played a crucial role in the development of the Phoenician alphabet, which was one of the first alphabets to use letters to represent sounds, around 1,000 BC.
- In 1984, Byblos was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its rich archaeological significance and well-preserved historical architecture.
- The city hosts the Byblos International Festival annually, which attracts artists and performers from around the world, with its first edition launched in 1997.
Travel Details
- Country
- Lebanon
- Population
- Varies
- Daily Budget
- $70-150
- Best Time to Visit
- May–Oct
- Current Weather
- ☁️19°C/66°FPartly Cloudy
- Currency
- ل.ل LBP
- Coordinates
- 34.1233, 35.6514
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