Discover the historical highlights of Lebanon’s Shouf region. Visit the Beiteddine Palace, built by Emir Bashir Shihab II in 1818. Explore the nearby town of Deir El Qamar including the historical center and see its well-preserved medieval palace and other treasures. Visit largest of Lebanon nature reserves blanketed with oak forests. Beiteddine Palace: Its grand dimensions encompass three main courtyards, huge vaulted stables, small museums, guest apartments, water fountains, marble portals and marquetry, and luxuriously decorated and domed hammams (bathhouses). Deir Al-Qamar: The ancient town of Deir Al-Qamar dates back to feudal times. Particularly well-preserved, Deir Al-Qamar is a tow...