Tyre is among the world’s 20 oldest cities. It’s a Phoenician city that dates back to 2,750 B.C. One of its main sites is a hippodrome which is on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites.
The Phoenicians also produced the Tyrian purple dye in this region. It’s a city full of history! Tyre is definitely worth visiting!
Ancient columns
Beach
Cliff
Harbor
Hippodrome
Beautiful alleys
Remains of an arena
Roman Arch of Triumph
Souks
Tyre Coast Nature Reserve
Related: This is how the Phoenicians produced the Tyrian purple dye
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