- RecipesSambousek
Depending on the region, sambousek can take several forms – triangular, conical, tubular, or in the shape of a crescent. During the holy month of Ramadan, or during a holiday, no meal is complete without sambousek. They are always the first to be served as a mezze, or as a starter or snack, and the first to disappear very quickly.
- CultureLebanon
Formally known as the Lebanese Republic, Lebanon is a country in Western Asia. The culture of the country have evolved over thousands of years, with evidence of human settlement in the region. While they can be viewed from the pathway sea to city, there are also opportunities to take a boat and get an look at these wonders.
- Special SightsPigeon Rocks
One of Lebanon’s most famous landmarks, Pigeon Rocks is an incredible natural formation in the Mediterranean Ocean. The rocks jut out of the sea and arch together, making for a spectacular sight. They are best viewed at sunset or sunrise, which are also the best times for taking photographs.
Israel is a country in Western Asia. It is situated on the southeastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea and the northern shore of the Red Sea, and shares borders with Lebanon to the north, Syria to the northeast, Jordan to the east, and Egypt to the southwest. It is also bordered by the Palestinian territories of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip to the east and west.
Syria is a country in Western Asia. It borders the Mediterranean Sea to the west, Turkey to the north, Iraq to the east and southeast, Jordan to the south, and Israel and Lebanon to the southwest. Cyprus lies to the west across the Mediterranean Sea.
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