Tag: history
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Uncovering Zambo’s Bizarre Blend: A Pre-Lenten Festival beyond Lebanon’s Traditions
A festival that defies classification, Zambo exists beyond history books, religion, and any single culture. It is an enigma shaped by generations in Tripoli, Lebanon, yet claimed by none—a space suspended between past and present, where identities merge and blur.
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Feature: Revisiting South Lebanon: a Sacred Land (Published on Lebanon Traveler)
In this feature in Lebanon Traveler Magazine, Nidal Majdalani showcases South Lebanon through her words and lens, revisiting the region after the recent ceasefire. The article highlights its rich history, stunning landscapes, and less-known gems while featuring her dedication to exploring Lebanon since 2010. It also recognizes her latest work as the author of the…
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Timeless Guardians: The Heritage of Tyre and the Sacred Grounds of Qana
The South of Lebanon is a realm where history and heritage echo through every village, sea breeze, and ancient stone. It’s a place where every visit uncovers new layers of beauty, mystery, and heritage. Despite moments of hardship that have left their traces on its villages and towns, South Lebanon remains a beacon of resilience…
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Jisr El Kadi: Echoes of Heritage, Whispers of Nature
Jisr El Qadi isn’t just a bridge — it’s a passage through time. Built during the Mamluk era, its timeless arches stand above the Damour River, where water from Jabal el-Barouk flows through lush valleys. Each visit feels like a renewed encounter with history, legacy, and nature intertwined.
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عنجر, قلعتها, تاريخها وسفرتها الشهية
عنجر، بلدة لبنانية تُعرف بجوهرتها الأموية في وادي البقاع. يزخر موقعها المُدرَج على لائحة التراث العالمي لليونسكو بمزيج من التأثيرات الرومانية والبيزنطية، كما تحتضن تراثاً أرمنياً عريقاً إلى جانب ينابيعها الهادئة وتاريخها الغني.
Nidal Majdalani - Travelling Lebanon 