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Baalbek
City in Baalbek-Hermel, Lebanon
Overview
Baalbek, located in Lebanon's Beqaa Valley, is famed for its monumental Roman ruins and lively local culture. The city is a blend of ancient heritage, busy markets, and welcoming communities, making it a unique stop for travelers seeking history and authenticity.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Lebanon
Governorate
Baalbek-Hermel
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Beirut
Coordinates
34.01°, 36.22°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
33
Female Safety
34
LGBTQ+ Safety
21
Traffic Safety
41
Food Safety
54
Monthly Cost
$590
Local Cost
$250
Local Income
$130
Cashless
22
English
30
Temperature
13.2°C
Summer Avg
22.4°C
Winter Avg
3.9°C
Record High
39.2°C
Record Low
-13.3°C
Humidity
58%
Precipitation
311 mm
Internet Speed
9 Mbps
Upload
3 Mbps
Latency
26 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
6.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 75 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 47/100.
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