Visiting Hadath Baalbeck in Bekaa Valley

The origin of the word Hadath is Syriac and literally means “new.” The village’s name was merged with the name Ba'albeck because of its proximity to Ba'albeck. Hadath Ba'albeck is notable for the ruins of Temple of Apollo, dating back to the 1st century B.C. The temple is made up of a rectangular-shaped patio with a host of carved and engraved stones scattered all around. In addition, a 2 meter high votive altar with representations on its sides, as well as numerous stone monuments, are found throughout the village.

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• Attractions In Hadath Baalbeck

  • Monuments
    1. Ruins of a Roman Citadel
    2. Al-Houwat Area, Factory Ruins
    3. Chalhoub Family Press
    4. Qiameh Family Olive Press
    5. Roman Temple
    6. Cemeteries carved into Rocks and Caves
    7. Naqabat Al-Ghoueiri Area, holds Oil Press and Old Oil Wells
  • Natural Attractions
    1. Al-Miyah (water) Cave

Location:
Hadath Ba'albeck, Baalbek/Baalbeck in Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
Distance from Beirut: 76km
Altitude: 1,200m