Lebanon & Jordan: May 2024

Lebanon & Jordan

9 Days in Lebanon | 4 Days in Jordan, including Petra

Join us for a photography workshop and cultural adventure in Lebanon and Jordan. In Lebanon, we'll spend 8 nights and 9 days photographing in Beirut, and other significant cities and historical sites across this beautiful and fascinating country.

In addition, we’ll make a 4-day excursion to Jordan, including Amman and Petra—one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This is a rare opportunity to experience both countries deeply and creatively. Participants can join one or both trips.

May 3 - 11: Lebanon

May 11 - 15: Jordan

For inquiries email:

info@wideanglephototours.com

World Wonders

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Beirut

Beirut embodies the beauty and spirit of Lebanon. With its liberal leanings, it is one of the great capitals of the Middle East. Inhabited by about two million people, it is a city full of history, emotions and division. Although the scars of the past are visible on the surfaces of the buildings, Beirut is a safe, vibrant and exciting city.

Beirut’s history started about 5,000 years ago. At one point it was completely destroyed by an earthquake and tidal wave. After World War I most of its ancient quarters were demolished and replaced by Oriental style buildings. At the beginning of the French mandate in 1920, Beirut established itself as the 'Paris of the Middle East,’ and became the capital of Greater Lebanon. It is in this fabled city where we’ll begin our photography workshop.

We’ll spend three days photographing throughout the distinctive neighborhoods of Mar Michael, Hamra, Aschrafieh, Gemmaze, Sursock and the Corniche--the iconic promenade which pulses with activity. Of course, we’ll eat and drink well and partake in the city’s famed nightlife.

We'll spend three nights in a central, boutique hotel

Byblos & Tripoli

From the Bekka we'll head north up the coast for a busy day. First stop is the teleferique, the "aerial train over the mountains" with Beirut and the Mediterranean spread out below. From there we'll visit the archeological site of Byblos, and then on to the ancient city of Tripoli, offering distinct shooting and cultural experiences.

Byblos, a UNESCO world heritage city, has been continuously inhabited for centuries. It was here that the Phoenician alphabet was developed. Tripoli is the country’s second largest city, and one of the most traditional places in Lebanon. Predominantly Sunni, Tripoli is a friendly and lively city with beautiful architecture, traditional souks full of artisans, and the World's Fairgrounds--Oskar Neirmeyer's unfinished architectural wonder from 1973.

We’ll spend this night in a guesthouse in the heart of Tripoli

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The Cedars

The Chouf is reknown for its beautiful landscapes and emphasis on the land. Here, we’ll hike through the famous Cedar Forest that comprises the same trees cited in the Bible. The Cedars of Lebanon are one of the oldest documented forests in history, estimated to be 2,000 years old. The region also incorporates the Ammiq Wetland, a remnant of the extensive marshes and lakes that once covered parts of the beloved region. This chill and gorgeous area is one of our favorite places in Lebanon.

After walking we'll have lunch at one of the best mom-and-pop roadside cafes where your food will be made by hand, on a traditional hot stone.

We'll spend this night at a grand palace