Located on the southern coast of Lebanon, 83 km south of Beirut, the antique town of Tyre was the great Phoenician city that reigned over the seas and founded prosperous colonies such as Cadiz and Carthage and according to legend, was the place of the discovery of purple pigment. The old city of Tyre, known as the Al-Bass or Al-Medina, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a treasure trove of historical sites. It is surrounded by ancient city walls and features well-preserved ruins that showcase different periods of the city’s history. The most remarkable structure is the Tyre Necropolis, which consists of elaborate rock-cut tombs dating back to the Roman period.
Unesco: Tyre
Many thanks Nassib!
Date: Sept 20
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