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Chmistâr

Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon · Asia

About Chmistâr

Chmistâr is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Boudaï, 32km from Cedars of God.

Chmistâr is a town located in Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon. With a population of 30,000, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Chmistâr sits in Lebanon. It's in the Asia/Beirut time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Chmistâr to your route.

About Chmistâr

Shmustar, also spelled Shmistar or Chmistar (Arabic: شمسطار) is a Lebanese town located in Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon between Baalbeck and Zahleh, on the eastern slope of Mount Sannine. It overlooks the Bekaa Valley from an altitude of 1,250 metres (4,100 ft) above sea level. The town is 75 km (47 mi) from

Read more Beirut and 21 km (13 mi) from Baalbek. Chmistar has a population of 30,000 according to a 2012 census.

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Where is Chmistâr located?

Chmistâr is located in Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon, Asia. The coordinates are 33.9647 latitude, 36.0175 longitude.

What is the population of Chmistâr?

Chmistâr has a population of approximately 30,000 people, making it a town in Lebanon.

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Quick Information

Population
30,000
Continent
Asia
Country
Lebanon
Region
Baalbek-Hermel Governorate
Timezone
Asia/Beirut
Coordinates
33.9647, 36.0175

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Worth the detour from Chmistâr

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Baalbek

Home to some of the largest and best-preserved Roman temple ruins in the world, including the colossal Temple of Jupiter with its iconic six standing columns.

18 km · about 20 min drive

waterfall

Baatara Gorge Waterfall

A meltwater cascade drops roughly 90m past three stacked natural limestone bridges into a 240m chasm near Tannourine. The bridges are the reason to come, and the falls only run in spring.

27 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Cedars of God

A UNESCO grove of the ancient Lebanon cedars that once covered Mount Lebanon, some trees over 1,000 years old and symbols of the nation.

32 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Qadisha Valley (Holy Valley)

A UNESCO deep gorge that sheltered persecuted Christian monastic communities for centuries, with ancient cave monasteries clinging to sheer cliff walls.

32 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Jeita Grotto

A spectacular system of two interconnected limestone caves with the world's longest stalactite, explored by foot and underground boat.

35 km · about 40 min drive

ancient ruins

Byblos (Jbeil)

One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world with Phoenician temples, a Crusader castle, and a charming ancient harbor.

38 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Batroun

An ancient Phoenician coastal town with a natural sea wall, medieval churches, and a vibrant nightlife scene in a charming old quarter.

46 km · about 55 min drive

restaurant

Tawlet Souk el Tayeb

A Mar Mikhael kitchen where a different village cook takes over each day, laying out a buffet of her own region's dishes and talking diners through them. Part of the Souk el Tayeb farmers' network.

46 km · about 55 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Chmistâr.

Boudaï

🇱🇧 Lebanon

11 km awayPop. 8,000

Brîtel

🇱🇧 Lebanon

13 km awayPop. 4,224

Zahlé

🇱🇧 Lebanon

17 km awayPop. 78,145

Baalbek

🇱🇧 Lebanon

19 km awayPop. 30,916

Deïr el Ahmar

🇱🇧 Lebanon

21 km awayPop. 5,947

Sirghāyā

🇸🇾 Syria

22 km away

Hrajel

🇱🇧 Lebanon

22 km awayPop. 8,000

Aïnâta

🇱🇧 Lebanon

25 km awayPop. 3,000

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