Churches & Sacred Sites in Metn

The Metn district climbs from the dense coastal suburbs north of Beirut to mountain towns like Bikfaya, Broummana and Beit Chabab, and is one of the most church-filled corners of Lebanon. Antelias is home to the Armenian Catholicosate of the Great House of Cilicia, Beit Chabab is known for its centuries-old tradition of casting church bells, and nearly every village has a parish church at its heart. Explore every church in the Metn district below, grouped by town, with locations, photos and details to plan your visit or find a Sunday Mass.

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Holy See of Cilicia – Cathedral in Antelias
Cathedral
Landmark

Holy See of Cilicia

Antelias
Saint Isaiah The Hermit (Mar Chaaya) Monastery – Monastery in Broumana
Monastery
Landmark

Saint Isaiah The Hermit (Mar Chaaya) Monastery

Broumana
Saint Takla Church (Mrouj) – Church in Mrouj
Church
Landmark

Saint Takla Church (Mrouj)

Mrouj
Abundant Life Church – Church in Bourj Hammoud
Church

Abundant Life Church

Bourj Hammoud
Saint Rita Church (Sin El Fil) – Church in Sin El Fil
Church

Saint Rita Church (Sin El Fil)

Sin El Fil
Convent of Saint Francis of the Capuchins – Convent in Mtaileb
Convent

Convent of Saint Francis of the Capuchins

Mtaileb
Life Center Church – Church in Bourj Hammoud
Church

Life Center Church

Bourj Hammoud
Saint Thérèse Church (Beit Meri) – Church in Beit Meri
Church

Saint Thérèse Church (Beit Meri)

Beit Meri
Saint Rita Church (Beit Meri) – Church in Beit Meri
Church

Saint Rita Church (Beit Meri)

Beit Meri
Saint Elias Church (Jisr El Bacha) – Church in Jisr El Bacha
Church

Saint Elias Church (Jisr El Bacha)

Jisr El Bacha
Saint Sassine Monastery – Monastery in Baskinta
Monastery

Saint Sassine Monastery

Baskinta
Saints Peter & Paul Church – Church in Qornet Chahouane
Church

Saints Peter & Paul Church

Qornet Chahouane

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Metn district known for?

It is one of the most church-filled districts in Lebanon, home to the Armenian Catholicosate of Cilicia in Antelias and Beit Chabab's bell-casting tradition.

How can I find a Sunday Mass in the Metn district?

Open any church below to see its location and contact details. Mass times can change with the seasons and feast days, so it's best to call the parish before you go.

Can visitors enter churches in the Metn district?

Yes. Most churches welcome respectful visitors. Smaller village churches are often locked outside services, so plan your visit around Mass or ask locally for the key. Modest dress is appreciated.

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