EHDEN

[Nadnoud]

"Rien...ne peut donner une idée de ce qu'est ici le soleil, la lumière, la végétation, la couleur.." - Henriette Renan, Lettres a Berthelot, 1860.










Ehden (اٍهدن in Arabic) is a mountainous town situated in the heart of the northern mountains of Lebanon and on the southwestern slopes of Mount Makmal and Kornet el Sawda, the highest peak in Lebanon. Its occupants are primarily the people of Zgharta as it is part of the Zgharta District.

The mountain town is located 1500 m above sea level, and is 25 km from Zgharta, 110 km from Beirut (the country’s capital) and 30 km from Tripoli, Lebanon.

Ehden is a famous summering town and touristic center often called "the Bride of Summer Resorts in the North of Lebanon."

Gastronomy is one of the most prominent tourist attractions in Ehden, especially in summer. Kebbeh Meshwyeh (krass), a traditional cuisine, is particularly notable in this town.


Etymology:
The word, Ehden, is derivative from Aramaic, meaning “the mountain’s base and slope.”


Cathedrals:
Cathedral of Saint George

Churches:
Church of Our Lady of Al-Hara
Church of Our Lady of Jou’it
Church of Our Lady of the Fort, built over the remains of a Crusader castle
Church of Saint Abda
Church of Saint Anthony
Church of Saint Stephen
Church of Saint Ghaleb
Church of Saint George
Church of Saint John
Church of Saint Mary and Saint Ibhay the Syriac
Church of Saint Mamas Church, which was built in 749 A.D. and is one of the oldest Maronite churches in Lebanon;
Church of Saint Michael
Church of Saint Simon

Convents:
Convent of Saint Cyprianus
Convent of Saint Jacob Al-Ahbach
Convent of Saint Moura hus
Convent of Saint Paul
Convent of Saint Sergius and Saint Bacchus
Convent of the Holy Cross

Environment:
The town is also home to the Ehden Forest, with a variety of trees, plants, flowers, and rare animals. The forest was declared a protected nature reserve by the Lebanese government in 1992.


Ehden is such a lovely place, it's a piece of heaven on Earth...I have been there last week and was amazed by the beauty of the nature, and I have also chosen Ehden as attraction of this week because I know that many members are willing to share wonderful photos in here! can't wait for your input....God is an artist indeed! I could see this through that wonderful Northern Village.....welcome to EHDEN!

Cheeeers!

[CedarLb]

Here are some photos in Ehden reserve, in April.

The entrance:



















And here's a view from Sayyedt el Hosn.

[Nadnoud]

Hiking in Ehden's Reserve:

Lebanon's rugged environment and natural beauty create breathtaking and unlimited hiking trails. These trails often pass through luscious greenery, brooks, and historical sites, making any hike an enjoyable cultural expedition. Trails are ranked according to difficulty - Level 1 to 3 are usually easy trails set at a slow pace with few hills; Levels 4 to 6 are intermediate in pace and fitness requirements; Levels 7 to 9 are for more experienced hikers who want a fast-paced, challenging trail up steep gradients.


Ehden Reserve is situated on the upper northwestern slopes of mount lebanon, ranging in altitude from 1200m to 2000m. The temperature ranges between -2C in winter and 25C in summer.

The Reserve is home to more than 500 species of flowering plants, of which 57 are endemic to Lebanon or only to this forest. This fact makes it the only natural site with such a variety of plants like Diantus Karami, and Astragalus Ehdenensis.

Many trails of various levels are possible to hike in the reserve. Hikers can take the footpath which leads them to the upper reaches of the reserve where they can admire the breathtaking scenery and spectacular views.

thank you CedarLb for sharing the wonderful pictures taken by you, of Ehden's Reserve! thumbs up!

Cheeers

[Nadnoud]

and this is the famous Seydit el Hossn in Ehden during winter.




Statue of Youssef Bay Karam Batal Lebnan - Ehden




Ehden Through the trees

[Nadnoud]

more and more pictures of the Reserve..amazingly "Green"!!













Cheeeeeers!

[BOILER]

Nadnoud, it seems that you know Ehden a lot

[Nadnoud]

Originally Posted by BOILER

Nadnoud, it seems that you know Ehden a lot

I don't! ask me about Maten! but I am an admirer of the North (especially places like Ehden, Mezyara, Cedars, Balamand, Shekka, Zgharta, etc...)

Cheeers..

[Lebanese_dream]

[Chief]

thread about ehden min wara dahre???? however I will contribute with joy :P
































Welcome to our paradise :)

[Inanna]

i love ehden! havent been before there for a long time!
used to love Miden!
the people, the mood, the nature ... i remember how i used to spend time there with my friends! a lot of souvenirs come to my mind!