Anjar
Anjar

Anjar

Free admission
Anjar

The Basics

While there’s accommodation in the nearby town of Anjar, the ruins of Anjar are typically visited as part of a Bekaa Valley day trip from Beirut. Tours generally combine it with the Bekaa Valley’s signature sight, the UNESCO-listed Roman ruins of Baalbek, and a winery, such as Château Ksara or Château Kefraya. Anjar tours typically include a circuit of the site to get a sense of the scale, followed by a walk along the main street with stops at palaces, the mosque, and the baths.

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Guided Small-Group Tour to Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara with Lunch
Guided Small-Group Tour to Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara with Lunch
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$65.00 per adult
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The tour is absolutely stunning! The ruins was preserved really well and I can imagine how magnificent those sites were! Our guide is wonderful and gave us such in-depth understanding on the place, the people, the history, and the culture. We were leaning a lot and really happy. This tour is highly recommended and worth every penny!
Xiaosha_L, Apr 2024
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Things to Know Before You Go

  • The ruins of Anjar will be of interest to history buffs.

  • Safety in this part of Lebanon has come into question due to terrorism and armed conflict, according to the US Department of State. Travelers considering a visit should refer to their government’s travel advisories for the latest information.

  • Anjar’s dirt pathways are uneven and can turn to mud at rainy times of year.

  • The town of Anjar has a substantial Armenian community. It’s well worth stopping for a taste of Armenian food.

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How to Get There

The ruins of Anjar are located just outside the little town of Anjar in the Bekaa Valley, close to the Syrian border, about 38 miles (61 kilometers) east of Beirut. It’s possible, if time-consuming, to piece together minibuses from Beirut’s Cola station to Anjar by way of the city of Zahle. Given the Lebanese driving style and the Bekaa’s checkpoint hassles, most travelers will find it easier to join an organized tour than to drive.

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When to Get There

The ruins of Anjar are open from morning to afternoon seven days a week and are rarely busy. Late spring through early fall (roughly late April until October) are the best times to visit. During winter (December through February), the Bekaa Valley can be surprisingly cold, while rains can make the site unpleasantly muddy.

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Who Were the Umayyads?

The Umayyad dynasty ruled the Muslim caliphate from AD 661 to 750, mainly from Damascus in modern-day Syria. Their building style combined Byzantine architecture with Persian influences. Besides Anjar, other Umayyad monuments include Jordan’s Qusayr Amra desert castle, the Great Mosque of Damascus, and the Dome of the Rock, in Jerusalem.

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