Deir el Qamar is a UNESCO protected town with buildings dating back to feudal times. Its a short drive south and east from Beirut. Perched up into the Chouf mountains the village still maintains its windy narrow streets and amazing stone architecture.
Further up the road is Beitaddine (house of faith), a 19th century palace with styles of traditional damascene, due to the use of Syrian craftsmen in its construction. The grounds include an impressive courtyard, staircases, entry gates, reception hall, a private palace "apartment" and a hamman!
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