Cedars Forest (Cedars of God)

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• Samir Majzoub

  21 May 2018

  Marvelous break from city to nature a walk through trails of small cedar of god forest preserve where you can see 3000 years old cedar trees & in middle you can see a cedar tree struck by lightning but they didn't remove it instead they engrave it & made it a sculpture of Jesus Christ along other symbols, small hikes can be done there, hike sticks available outside, there is no entrance fee but you can donate any amount of money for the forest in which you will get post cards in exchange , also one can buy small cedar trees & plant it in the forest have your name on it, when done small restaurants h cafes are ready to have you refreshed after the small hike, not to be missed when visiting Lebanon & bcharie village

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• Adam Midgley

  15 May 2018

  I had an amazing time visiting the cedars in May. We arrived around 10am and had a coffee at a cafe near the souvenirs shops. The entrance to the Forest was a discretionary contribution. There are several walking paths that are well defined and take you through the cedars. Lots of great photo opportunities and sights. After the forest we walked around the souvenirs shops and had a custom wood-burned cedar souvenir made on the spot!

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• Anil Chakravorty

  10 May 2018

  Fantastic scenic views of this place. Nice mountains, valleys, lakes etc. Nice surroundings of trees occupying huge area of space. Largest forest in Lebanon with these rare cedar trees. This forest is under the UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE.

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• Elie Youssef

  10 May 2018

  I consider this forest as the number one touristic destination in the country. A very old place with thousands of years old Cedar trees. Very clean. Well preserved. Minimal entrance fees. Friendly staff. I visit it very often. Enjoying an amazing walk during the winter season and when it's all covered by snow. Highly recommended also during the spring and summer seasons when it's fresh and alive. The smell of the Cedars wood is very strong and so good. Parking available through the second main entrance. A small church is built inside the forest and still the Holy Mass is celebrated every Sunday.

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• Alain Haddad

  12 March 2018

  An amazing place for a walk with the family.. Not hard but still a little challenging The walk in the forest is around 3l where you can see the oldest cedar trees in Lebanon.. In the middle got can also see the tree of faces of Jesus where 7 faces of Jesus are crafted on a tree amassing art The only draw back is that it's fast and the roads are not the best in Lebanon

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• Deejay Cyclo

  16 January 2018

  One of the most beautiful places to visit when in Lebanon, in winter you may do winter sports, you can go for one day to spend or just chill your entire weekend, if you love hiking or snow shoeing this is one of the best, you can reach the highest peak in Lebanon "The Black Peak" wither in summer or winter the scenes are just amazing and the people there are so friendly.

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• Rudy S

  03 January 2018

  One of the most amazing historical Cedars reserve in the world.
  Some are dating back to the age of Egyptian pharaohs some 3000 years old.
  They are called the Cedars of God, since they have been here since Jesus was born.
  Even you can find them inside the pyramids of Giza in Egypt.
  A much recommended visit winter or summer

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• Rouba Hamdar

  31 December 2017

  One of the last vestiges of the extensive forests of the Lebanese cedar, this forest offers incredible scenery, especially during winter time where trees are covered with a blanket of snow.

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• Rob Rood

  24 November 2017

  Simply beautiful. up for car skiing, if u havent got chains u will, expect nothing from police, no warnings of skidding, no nothing. ppl driving fast & just glidding like a balernia on the snowy icey road putting othes in danger, road a bit dangerous as it is not well maintained

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• Bonita Dirk

  24 November 2017

  Nice chance to see the cedars, has roped trails and a little busy but nice.

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• Philippe Jeanty

  13 November 2017

  Nice to see the famous cedar but heartbreaking that there are so few left. The forest is actually quite sparse but there are still a few good trees. Hard to imagine that the hills were covered in trees at some point.

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• Laran Matta

  01 October 2017

  Was lovely to see all the beautiful trees, and the trails are well maintained. We were able to hike through them in just over an hour. During winter the trails are usually not accessible but you can still get a good view of the park from the street, and it's a breathtaking view with the snow on the trees!

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• Alain Abou Haidar

  21 August 2017

  Amazing place to visit. Watch out the sun in summertime! Water and hat are a must. Enjoy your hike.

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• Hala Chaaban

  01 August 2017

  Amazing place to hike i the afternoon. The forest is very well maintained and clean. The trees are gorgeous as you can imagine. Nice shops for souvenirs when you get out too!

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• Maria Dermosessian

  20 June 2017

  Very beautiful and serene place for a short hike. The forest is very well taken care of and maintained, and the paths are clear. Ideal place for a quiet afternoon.

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• Munir Chaar

  21 May 2017

  The best place ever. Like getting to the Abode of God. Most beautiful sight. Incredible and unbelievable Cedars trees. You must go there with you family, couple or alone. Is Magic.

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• Gracy Boustany

  22 April 2017

  One of the loveliest places in lebanon, cedars are everywhere, you can have the best walk in this beautiful forest

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• Adnan Zreik

  22 April 2017

  A symbolic trees which reflects Lebanon historic beauty

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• Molometer

  26 March 2017

  Stunning ancient Cedar forest in the mountains of Bcharre. Take some good walking boots as it can be a steep climb in places. Plenty of reasonable price restaurants nearby too.

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• Mazen N

  13 March 2017

  For all the talk about the cedars, it is shocking to see how few are left. The souvenir shops dotted around are pushy and corny, ruining the overall experience

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• Miral Moukheiber

  12 January 2017

  4000 years old trees in the forest of the cedars Lebanon, the tree represented on the Lebanese flag symbol of a country that lived against the odds.
  The cedars tree that was shipped to Egypt and to build the temple of Solomon. Majestic.

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