Despite War, Lebanon Faith Tours Promotes the Country's Beauty

Despite ongoing conflicts in Lebanon, 22-year-old Antonio El Helou, founder of Lebanon Faith Tours, continues to invite international travelers to visit the country's historic Christian and religious sites.

Stating that the media generally portrays only war when it comes to Lebanon, 22-year-old Antonio El Helou expressed that the country's beauties are being forgotten. El Helou founded Lebanon Faith Tours in 2023 when he was just 19 years old, starting to organize guided tours, mostly for individuals and groups coming from abroad, to the country's most important Christian centers. He emphasized that the purpose of the tours is not merely organizing sightseeing, but also accompanying people on a spiritual journey.

In Lebanon, which has the highest percentage of Christian population in the Middle East, the roots of Christian communities date back two thousand years. While the south of the country suffers from conflicts between Israel and Hezbollah, El Helou's tours are kept limited to areas considered safe north of Beirut. Among his favorite stops is the tomb of Saint Charbel Makhlouf located in Annaya. El Helou also shares images of holy sites and nature via social media, inviting everyone to see the country.