(Summer Resort 45 km)
Located at the foot of Mount Sannine, this traditional summer resort boasts a magnificent view of surrounding mountains. Baskinta is also known for the variety of its fruit and numerous vineyards. This is the native village of Mikhail Naimeh (1889-1988), one of Lebanon;s greatest thinkers and men of letters, as well as companion to Gibran Khalil Gibran. It was here in a hut
From Baskinta it is possible to climb to the 2,628 meter summit of mount Sannine, starting off at Nabaa Sannine, a village 7 km up the mountain. Count on three hours for the climb and be sure to carry drinking water. A local guide will help you locate the beat routes. The descent is made easy for those who choose to slide down on the pebbly scree.
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