Sacred site · Lebanon
Our Lady of Lebanon
Marian shrine in Lebanon
About Our Lady of Lebanon
The Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon is a Marian shrine and a pilgrimage site in the village of Harissa in Lebanon. The shrine belongs to the Maronite Patriarchate who entrusted its administration to the Congregation of Maronite Lebanese Missionaries since its foundation in 1904 and also to the Jesuit Lucien Cattin, according to Christian Taoutel, a Lebanese historian at Saint Joseph University. One of the most important shrines in the world honoring Mary, Mother of Jesus, the shrine is highlighted by a huge, 15-tonne bronze statue measuring 8.5 m high and with a diameter of 5 m. The Virgin Mary is shown stretching her hands towards Beirut.
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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 Our Lady of Lebanon
Where is Our Lady of Lebanon?
Our Lady of Lebanon is in Lebanon. The nearest city is Jounieh, about 3 km away.
When is the best time to visit Our Lady of Lebanon?
The most comfortable months to visit Our Lady of Lebanon are January, May – November: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Our Lady of Lebanon?
Yes. The 2-day Amman plan is about 227 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Our Lady of Lebanon?
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