Draft:Bekaatet Kenaan

• Comment: Still some more work needed. Firstly remove Facebook, that's not a reliable source and certainly shouldn't be in the middle of the article text. Secondly, there are lots of descriptive words, which may be true, but they are unsourced. There's a promotional tone, and what is required is sticking to sourced facts. Examples include "known for its mild climate", "scenic mountains", "strong connection to village life". There are three hiking sources, but nothing that covers WP:NPLACE, official confirmation of the village's status as a legally recognised place. ChrysGalley (talk) 12:53, 23 May 2026 (UTC)

• Comment: Notable, but please fix the referencing. Note to reviewers: correct title is "Beqaatet Kenaan". Kovcszaln6 (talk) 11:36, 27 July 2025 (UTC)

• Comment: In accordance with Wikipedia's Conflict of interest policy, I disclose that I have a conflict of interest regarding the subject of this article. Moubarak07 (talk) 13:52, 25 July 2025 (UTC)

Beqaatet Kenaan (Arabic: بقعاتة كنعان) is a village located in the mountains of the Keserwen District, Lebanon, at an elevation ranging between 900 and 1,250 meters above sea level. Its population is around 500 people, most of whom belong to the Maronite Christian community. The village is approximately 50 kilometres away from Beirut and covers a total surface area of around 3 million square meters. Bekaatet Kenaan is known for its mild climate, fresh air, and fruit cultivation (apples, peaches and cherrys) that offer scenic views of the surrounding Metn and Keserwen mountains. Despite its small population, Bekaatet Kenaan holds cultural and religious significance. It is home to an old chapel dedicated to Saint Abda (https://www.facebook.com/paroissesaintabda). The community celebrates several annual feasts and maintains a strong connection to traditional village life. In recent years, the municipality of Bekaatet Kenaan has focused on improving local infrastructure while preserving the village's environmental and architectural identity. Projects include the restoration of old pathways, installation of solar-powered lighting in public areas, and plans for eco-friendly wastewater treatment solutions. The village is also located near several eco-touristic trails and has become a modest destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat in the Lebanese mountains.^[1] Its location near the Lebanon Mountain Trail (LMT)^[2] (with section 13 and 14passing though the town)^[3] allows trekkers to pass through or rest in the village as they journey through the central highlands. Since 2013, a dam project intended to store water, has been under construction near the village, though it remains under construction to this day.

References

1. ^Municipality of Bekaatet Kenaan