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Moukhtara

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Moukhtara is a picturesque village in the Chouf Mountains, best known for the Moukhtara Palace, the ancestral home of the Jumblatt family, a prominent Druze political dynasty. The palace, built in the 19th century, features a striking blend of traditional Lebanese and Ottoman architecture, with ornate interiors and a grand courtyard. Visitors can tour the palace's reception halls and gardens, which offer panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. The village itself is quiet and scenic, with terraced hillsides and a peaceful atmosphere.

Don't miss

Tour the Moukhtara Palace, including its ornate reception halls and family artifacts.
Stroll through the palace's terraced gardens, which provide sweeping views of the Chouf Mountains.
Observe the traditional Druze architecture and the palace's distinctive red-tiled roof and arched windows.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Moukhtara

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

Cheapest way inDeir el Qamar - Beiteddine Palace - Chouf Cedars From Beirut4.5★ · 11 travelers~8 hoursFrom$49 per personSee dates →

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