Rashaya

Rashaya راشيا is a town in Lebanon. Rashaya al-Wadi or Rachaya el-Wadi as it was known is the site of ancient temples built by the Qaraoun culture, Phoenicians, the Romans, and other civilisations and cultures such as that have conquered the region and enjoyed the fertile soil of the Bekaa Valley. The Rashaya citadel or Citadel of Independence is a popular attraction and a national monument

See
Visiting in the ruins of Rashaya is free.



Buy
The small souk in the middle of the town offers various shops selling local crafts and inexpensive goods. There is a goldsmith's shop selling an assortment of gold and silver jewelry in Byzantine and other styles.

Sleep
El-Sahili guesthouse is spacious (sleeps 5-6) and costs around USD30-40 per night.

Go next
The neighbouring village of Kfar Qouq has some interesting ancient ruins, at just 12km.