Mount Sannine

Mount Sannine
جبل صنين
Mount Sannine as seen from Beirut
Highest point
Elevation2,628 m (8,622 ft)
Geography
LocationLebanon
Parent rangeMount Lebanon range

Mount Sannine (Arabic: جبل صنين / ALA-LC: Jabal Șannīn) is a mountain in the Mount Lebanon range. Its highest point is 2,628 m (8,622 feet) above sea level in Lebanon. Mount Sannine, which has a base of limestone, is the source of many mountain springs. There is an old 4th-century Christian church situated at the peak of the mountain. The city of Beirut and the Mediterranean Sea can be seen from the top of the mountain.

With a prominence of 801 meters, it ranks as the 8th most prominent peak in the Levant Ranges and the 3rd in Lebanon.

Tourism

The mountain features diverse trails ranging from easy to challenging, with some routes taking approximately 3 hours to reach the summit. From the summit visitors can see a view of Beirut, the Mediterranean Sea and surrounding landscapes. During winter time People come for some skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing.

See also

References

  1. ↑ Jin and Krothe. Hydrogeology: Proceedings of the 30th International Geological Congress, page 170
  2. ↑ PeakVisor. "Mount Sannine". PeakVisor. Retrieved 2025-01-27.
  3. ↑ "Mount Sannine in Lebanon". guide.moovtoo.com. 2023-08-31. Retrieved 2025-01-27.
  4. ↑ "Mount Sannine: Explore Lebanon's Majestic Peak". Lebanon Tours and Travels. Retrieved 2025-01-27.

33°57′N 35°53′E / 33.95°N 35.88°E / 33.95; 35.88