Beirut's Sacred Sites

Beirut's skyline is defined by the coexistence of its diverse religious landmarks. This collection includes the Ottoman-inspired Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque with its iconic blue domes and the Al-Omari Grand Mosque, which preserves architectural elements from its past as a Crusader cathedral. The list also features the St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, home to an underground crypt museum, the restored Maghen Abraham Synagogue in the historic Jewish quarter, and significant Armenian Catholic and Orthodox churches, reflecting the city's complex spiritual history.

Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque

The Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque, also referred to as the Blue Mosque, is a Sunni Muslim mosque located in downtown Beirut, Lebanon.

St George Greek Orthodox Cathedral

Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral is the seat of the Greek Orthodox Metropolitan bishop of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Beirut and…

Al-Omari Grand Mosque

Al-Omari Grand Mosque is a mosque in Beirut Central District, Lebanon.

Muhammad al-Amin Mosque

The Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque, also referred to as the Blue Mosque, is a Sunni Muslim mosque located in downtown Beirut, Lebanon.

Cathedral of St Elias and St Gregory the Illuminator

Armenian Catholic cathedral constructed in 1860. Located near the Beirut Central District, it serves as the seat of the Armenian Catholic Patriarchate and features a distinctive facade and dome.

Maghen Abraham Synagogue

The Maghen Abraham Synagogue is one of the main synagogues in Lebanon.

Basilique Notre-Dame de la Médaille miraculeuse des Pères Lazaristes

Catholic basilica and shrine managed by the Lazarist Fathers in the Achrafieh district. It is a prominent site for local pilgrimage, known for its religious significance and large-scale architecture.

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Armenian Apostolic (Orthodox) church located in the Achrafieh neighborhood, serving as a center for the local Armenian community.