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Baalbek is one of the most spectacular archaeological sites in Lebanon. Baalbeck or 'Heliopolis' as it was known is the site of great ancient temples built by the PhoeniciansPhoenicians, the RomansRomans, and other civilisations that have conquered the region and enjoyed the fertile soil of the Bekaa valleyBekaa valley. Some of the most celebrated temples are the ones of BacchusBacchus, the Greek god of wine, and JupiterJupiter, the Roman god of light, of the sky and weather.


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During the summer season daily tours are available from Beirut to Baalbeck from most major hotels. The trip takes a little less than 2 hours each way.

It is possible to travel from HomsHoms in Syria to Baalbek by bus. Buses leave from the Karnak or Luxury coach stations in Homs and cross into Lebanon at al-Qa'a, arriving soon thereafter at Baalbek. Cost is about USD$3.

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Events

Every summer the Baalbeck International Festivals (http://www.baalbeck.org.lb/) offers great peformances from local and international artists. In the past peformers ranged from StingSting, Vanessa MaeVanessa Mae and Phil CollinsPhil Collins to plays by the celebrated Lebanese Rahbani brothersRahbani brothers.



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