Niha, Chouf, Lebanon

elevation ~1020 m · area ~37.5 km² · population ~6,500

Where is Niha?

Niha is in the Chouf District of Mount Lebanon, about 63 km from Beirut, about a 75-minute drive. Its closest Chouf neighbours are Bater (~1.0 km), Jbaa (~1.9 km) and Mristi (~3.5 km).

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About Niha

Niha lies at about 1,020 m elevation in the Chouf district of Mount Lebanon, covering roughly 37.5 km², with an estimated population of 6,500. It is best known for Niha's Castle, a cliff-cut cave-fortress dating to the Crusader period.

History

Niha's Castle (Shaqif Tiron) was carved into the cliffs during the Crusades between 1165 and 1260 and later served as a refuge for regional leaders fleeing Ottoman forces. The town is also associated with the Shrine of Job.

Notable landmarks

Getting there

~63 km from Beirut · ~75 min drive

Common questions

Where is Niha located?

The town of Niha is in the Chouf district of Mount Lebanon, Lebanon, at around 1020 m elevation.

How far is Niha from Beirut?

Niha is about 63 km from Beirut, roughly a 75-minute drive.

What are the main landmarks in Niha?

Landmarks in Niha include Niha Castle (Shaqif Tiron), Shrine of Job, Saint Joseph Church, Niha Social Health Center.

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