Visiting Aarsal/ Ersal in Bekaa Valley

The name Aarsal/ Ersal means “God’s throne” in Aramaic. In the town are the remnants of many Mastabas (fixed masonry benches). On the outskirts of the town are the ruins of a fortified structure of unknown date, located in Wadi Al-Toun (“The Valley of Toun”). The surrounding area has many historical monuments left by the Arabic tribes who settled in the region after the Romans. Today, A'arsal is famous for its handmade carpets, an industry that employs more than 150 female workers.

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• Aarsal/ Ersal Attractions:

  • Monuments
    1. Shabyi Old Area holds Ruins of an Old Village & Cemeteries carved into Rocks
    2. Wadi Al-Khayl Area (Horses' Valley) holds Al-Hosn Citadel
    3. Wadi Al-Hosn Area holds an Old Fortress & Ruins of Old Houses
    4. Khirbet Al-Ra'ayan holds a River, an Old Village, Old Jail & Cemeteries carved into Rocks
  • Natural Attractions
    • Wadi Sa'aid
    • Al-Ma'ayssri Vineyards
    • River

Location:
A'arsal, Baalbek/Baalbeck in Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
Distance from Beirut: 122km
Altitude: 1,400m-2,000m