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Deir El Qamar through my Lense Deir El Qamar (’Monastery of the moon'), is a village south-east of Beirut located in the Chouf District of Mount Lebanon. With red-tiled roofs, winding streets and traditional stone houses, the village of Deir El Qamar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) epitomizes idyllic mountain charm. It also highlights the religious diversity in Lebanon, with a mosque, a church and a synagogue all taking residence in its main square. The town has a rich history dating back to ancient times and has played a significant role in Lebanon’s history. It is believed that the town was originally founded as a monastery during the Byzantine era in the 7th century. During the 16th to 18th centuries, Deir al-Qamar was the capital and the residence of the Emirate of Mount Lebanon. It is also notable for its 15th-century Fakhreddine Mosque, Fakhreddine II Palace, and the palace of the Emir Yusuf Shihab - today housing the Municipal Council. During its peak, the city was the center of Lebanese literary tradition. In 1943 The Lebanese president Bechara Al Khoury declared Deir al-Qamar the summer palace for the Lebanese President. The Church of Saydet El Talle is one of the most important historical and religious sites in Deir El Qamar and date to the 15 th century. One of the important mosques in Deir al-Qamar is Fakhreddine Mosque and it goes back to 15th century Built in 1493 by Fakhr al-Din I and restored in the sixteenth century, it is the oldest mosque in Mount Lebanon. Another important religious site in Deir al-Qamar is the Mount of the Cross where pilgrims visit the Lamb of God Shrine (built in 2007), Father Yacoub Church (restored and consecrated as a church on June 24, 2008) and the Cross (built by Fr. Yacoub in 1932). Deir al-Qamar also had a well-established Jewish community, and a synagogue (built in 1638) which is today the site of the French Cultural Center. A 17th century synagogue, which is today the site of the French Cultural Center is still standing in the village.