The Phoenicians developed their ancient civilization with profits from the lucrative maritime trade of the Mediterranean.

As the importance of Deir el-Qamar grew, the Baz family moved there from the coast, and in the 19th century, they became one of the most powerful families in Lebanon. Samir Baz cannot provide ...

Flamboyant pop star Elton John will hold a concert at this summer's art festival at the 19th century Beiteddine Palace, a source close to the committee organizing the event told AFP on Tuesday.