10 Thrills You Can Do In Lebanon At Low Cost

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Lebanon’s declining economy is severely affecting the luxurious lifestyle its people were used to.

On a daily basis, the Lebanese are cutting off unnecessary daily items and enduring several hours of an electricity outage. But, they refuse to bow down to such harsh situations and try to enjoy Lebanon’s countless blessings.

Searching for inexpensive products and outings is no longer a taboo in Lebanon. They are being as honest as possible about finding cheap alternatives to their necessities.

So, here are a few activities you can enjoy with your friends and/or family without breaking the bank!

#1 Visiting religious sites

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Lebanon’s multicultural land never runs out of religious sites. No matter your religion, you have the right to visit locations of any heritage.

There are no entrance fees to any desired location but, there are gift shops if you want to buy a souvenir.

This “activity” will barely cost you a thing. Fuel cost is a problem? Share a ride with friends and visit these peaceful monuments.

#2 Take a journey through Lebanon’s amazing forests

Visiting our country’s dense woodlands is a must. What’s great about this journey is that it is budget-friendly.

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/SUNDAY, JULY 12TH 2020 ??Good morning from Bcharre by @moe_ibrik ? ??صباح الخير من بشرّي ??Bonjour de Becharré? ________________________________________ ?Becharre(Bsharri/Bcharre/بشرّي) is a town located on the Mount Lebanon mountain range⛰⛰ and in the North Governorate?? ?It has one of the only remaining and preserved original Cedars of God (Cedrus libani)? ?It is the birthplace of the famous poet, painter and sculptor Khalil Gibran ? who now has a museum in the town to honour him? ?Also, Bsharri is home Lebanon's first skiing area, the Cedars Ski ? Resort known as "Téléskis les Cèdres" with its first ski lift ? built in 1953. ?The average elevation of the town's center ? is about 1400m but Bsharri's elevation can vary a lot since its lowest point is at an altitude of 1090 m into the deep Qadisha Valley ?and its highest point is Qurnat as Sawda on Mount Makmel the town's big mountain ? with an elevation of 3,088 meters above sea level. And so it is the region's highest point?? ?Moreover , it overlooks the Qadisha Valley ?known as the Holy valley which shelters some of the most ancient Christian monastic communities of the Middle East.? ?And so, Bsharri has lots of landmarks and two Unesco heritage sites?( Cedars Of God and the Holy Valley). ?Finally, it has a moutain continental climate, with dry and mild summers and cold, snowy winters. ?Temperatures in the summer can go above 30°C ?a few times per year. ?On the other hand, temperatures can plummet to −15°C ?and can plummet in Makmel mountain? to −30°C on some occasions during the winter ❄️ ?Heavy snowfall is observed every year and accumulations of over 2 m in the village and in Jabal Makmel a minimum of 7m are usual in winter ? ❄️ ____________________________________________??Bcharre is a huge region that should be visited, with lots of archeological and natural wonders? ?? بشرّي، منطقة شاسعة وخلابة، غنية بالآثار والمناظر الساحرة ??Becharré est une région étendue dont la visite est conseillée, avec de nombreuses merveilles archéologiques et naturelles

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You have access to any greenwood around here, whether it is reserved and protected by the government or not. There are no entrance fees to these forests, but donations are welcomed.

You have the option to reserve a guide to help you navigate through the forests. If your budget allows it, certain areas also have rental services of equipment for rock climbing, camping, ATVs, and snowmobiles.

However, you really don’t need to pay a cent to enjoy the forests, do you?

According to FAO, “almost 13.4% of Lebanon is forested.” So what are you waiting for? Go and connect with your Lebanese roots!

#3 Go for Lebanon’s public beaches

Although most of Lebanon’s coastal line is full of hotels and resorts, there are still a few free beaches that have escaped the grips of businessmen and corporates.

You will have no added expenses when you visit Tyre’s lengthy coast, for instance. There are no entrance fees to the public beach, but you can rent a table with chairs, if you wish, for a low cost.

#4 Discover Lebanon’s Islands

This is actually a must. Lebanon has beautiful islands in Tripoli that are reachable from the coast of El-Mina by transportation boats.

Most islands aren’t reserved, so you’ll have to pay for transportation only.

On the other hand, Palm Island is reserved and requires a low entrance fee plus transportation. In both situations, you are allowed to bring food and equipment.

Trips to these beautiful islands have their unique thrill and will cost you less than business-owned beaches.

#5 Explore Lebanon’s historical sites

Whether you’ve done them all or a few already, let’s admit it, we can’t get enough of these impressive sites that speak of Lebanon’s long history.

While some are costly, such as Jeita Grotto, there are other low-budget options. The castles of Lebanon, for instance, are a thrill to explore.

While most of these sites require an entrance fee, the charges are pretty fair. You can also pay for a guide to help you tour the castles and offer you extra information to add to the thrill.

Here are 11 touristic sites that you can visit this summer and at any season.

#6 Stroll through Lebanon’s old souks

You can simply walk in Lebanon’s numerous ancient souks without paying a dime, and enjoy the country’s history. These souks are flooded with gift shops and restaurants/pubs to live out the Lebanese lifestyle to the maximum.

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Бейрут встретил букетом роз и раскаленным от обжигающего солнца воздухом. Все как и 8 лет назад. Хотя нет. Тогда тяжелый, пропитанный за летние месяцы пылью воздух, лишь пощекотал непривыкший к жаре нос. В этот же раз он схватил за горло, не давая возможности сделать вдох. Мы вернулись в Ливан. Другой Ливан… ⠀ Говоря правду, прилетели мы еще неделю назад. Но реальность так больно ударила по голове, что потребовалось время, чтобы отойти, переварить и подумать. ⠀ Кто смотрел сторис, тот видел, что к букету был прикреплен шарик с надписью "get well", или "поправляйся". Сам того не зная, Жозеф как бы маякнул, что придется оправиться от потрясения. ⠀ В Беларуси я практически не общалась с подружками. И вот при первой же встрече меня огорошили новостями. Из Ливана уезжают. Нет, отсюда эмигрировали и в лучшие времена, но, о Боги, не так же массово. В начале года двоюродная сестра Жозефа на пятом месяце вместе с мужем и сыном улетели в Штаты. Это при том, что они слыли людьми довольно небедными, а мальчик только пошел в школу. За лето же страну покинули 4 знакомые мне семьи. А скольких я не знаю? ⠀ Ситуация в Ливане патовая. На каждом углу – вывески "for sale" (продается) либо "for rent" (сдается в аренду). Люди теряют работу, а вместе с ней и надежду на лучшее. ⠀ О переезде месяц назад заикнулся и Жозеф, но пока мы врядли решимся на это. Ведь только-только достроили дом, о котором давно мечтали, да и квартиру в 10 минутах ходьбы от старого города в Библосе не хочется оставлять. ⠀ При таком положении вещей своего мужа я все чаще вижу со сдвинутыми у переносицы бровями, а сама из пессимиста становлюсь оптимистом. Бессоные ночи и накручивание себя ни к чему хорошему не приведут. Видала я и времена "покруче". Поэтому будем решать проблемы по мере их поступления. Всем добра и благополучия. ⠀ #ojv_мысливслух

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Never miss out on the chance to visit your country’s heritage. It’s a budget-friendly adventure!

#6 Museums

Lebanon’s rich history has made it the most unique country in the world. You can never run out of religious and historical sites!

Visiting museums is a necessity since they are an allocation of Lebanon’s history. And, it isn’t costly!

While clubbing and dinning are fun, discovering the country can be a thrilling adventure. Our homeland is full of educational and thrilling adventures, it’ll be a shame to miss out on them.

#7 Bike through towns

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You don’t need to be a professional cyclist to enjoy such activity. You can rent a beginner’s bike and stroll down the roads of your hometown and beyond.

You might discover some hidden gems!

#8 Drive-in Cinema

The concept of drive-in cinema is new to Lebanon, and it’s cheap!

You’ll get to watch your favorite movie in the comfort of your own car. Also, there are available food courts for some movie snacks.

This inexpensive experience is new to the Lebanese, so make sure to be one of the first to try it out!

#9 Go for a picnic with friends at one of our amazing lakes

Escape the city’s burning heat to the Lebanese cool lakes.
There’s nothing better than the chill atmosphere of the Lebanese refreshing lakes!

Imagine after hiking long trails, you’ll find the perfect spot beside the river and take a dip in the refreshing waters.


If that doesn’t make you pack your bags now, I don’t know what will!

#10 Visit Local Parks

We always walk past local parks, ignoring the advantages they carry. Most of us haven’t even visited these sites!

Parks are the easiest inexpensive activity! No need for a car to reach them, you can take a stroll through your town and reach your destination. The best part is, they don’t require entrance fees.

Public parks are perfect for a relaxing afternoon. You can walk your dogs, take your kids to play, exercise, and much more!

You can take a sip of your homemade coffee in the middle of the peaceful nature, and not worry about spending another dime.

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