Theoprosopon
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Official name | Deir el Nouriyeh cliffs of Ras Chekaa |
Designated | 16 April 1999 |
Reference no. | 979[1] |
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Theoprosopon is the Greek name of Lithoprosopon, a cape in north Lebanon, also known today by the name of Râs ach-Chaq’a’. The cape is situated between the ancient cities of Batroun and Tripoli. The promontory creates a massive barrier that cuts through the coast of Lebanon, making it impossible for travelers to circumvent. Today's modern, coastal highway runs through two tunnels.