The completion of the first phase of the rehabilitation of heritage buildings in Baalbek, which was affected by the Israeli Adwan

The Executive Director of the International Coalition for Heritage Protection (Aliph) toured Valery Friedland and the General Director of Antiquities Eng. Sarkis El -Khoury, in Baalbek, as part of a project aimed at preserving the ancient architectural heritage of the city of Baalbek.
They were accompanied by the mayor of Baalbek, lawyer Ahmed Al -Tufayli, the founder of the Lebanese Association for Studies and Training, Dr. Rami Al -Lakis, the official of the archaeological site of Baalbek, Lauer Salloum, the official of the archaeological buildings department in Lebanon, Dr. Khaled Al -Rifai, and the project manager, Eng. Khaled Sallouh. During the tour, Al -Lakis announced “the completion of the first phase of rehabilitation of a number of heritage buildings in the city of Baalbek, which is affected by the Israeli Adwan, which included the restoration and revival of the influenced landmarks, in a way that restores its historical and architectural value and enhances its presence in the cultural scene.” Al -Lakis pointed out, “The start of the second phase of the project, which will include” the restoration of additional heritage and archaeological sites, in a move aimed at consolidating the status of Baalbek as a prominent civilized and tourist destination, and ensuring the continuity of international and national efforts in protecting its unique archaeological legacy. “