Historic site · Lebanon
Byblos
City in Keserwan-Jbeil, Lebanon
About Byblos
Byblos, also known as Jbail, Jebeil, Jbeil or Jubayl, is an ancient city in the Keserwan-Jbeil Governorate of Lebanon. The area is believed to have been first settled between 8800 and 7000 BC and continuously inhabited since 5000 BC. During its history, Byblos was invaded by numerous peoples including Egyptian, Assyrian, Persian, Hellenistic, Roman, Umayyad, Abbasid, Genoese, Ayyubid, Mamluk and Ottoman forces. Urbanization is thought to have begun during the third millennium BC when it developed into a city, making it one of the oldest cities in the world, if not the oldest. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: January, May – November
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Byblos
Where is Byblos?
Byblos is in Lebanon.
When is the best time to visit Byblos?
The most comfortable months to visit Byblos are January, May – November: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Byblos?
Yes. The 2-day Amman plan is about 243 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Byblos?
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