Exploring Tripoli, Lebanon's Most Underrated City? 🇱🇧
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- Is Tripoli Lebanon's most underrated city? I continue my journey up Lebanon's coast from Byblos to Tripoli, exploring the exciting and authentic souks, hammams, mosques and churches.
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I'm Jason, a full-time British Travel Vlogger and TH-camr who's been to 53 countries. I've been travelling around the world full-time since 2017. So far, my trips have taken me to Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas.
I have travel series' from many of the world's best (and least) known destinations. I filmed the first vlogs on my channel in the summer of 2016 after spending a year living in China. A proper solo trip around Eastern Europe followed after graduating from University in the summer of 2017, taking me to Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia and Kosovo. This trip marked the start of my efforts to make a TH-cam full-time job.
After that European trip I went heavily into exploring Asia, visiting India, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Pakistan, the Philippines, South Korea and Kazakhstan (seeing me cover a lot of Far East and Southeast Asia in particular).
I have also travelled to North Africa and the Middle East fairly extensively over the last five years, filming videos in Turkey, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Iraq, Jordan, Israel and Palestine.
To date, I have not yet been to Australasia or South America. Though I am hoping to visit the latter sometime in 2022, along with a first stop in the Caribbean.
I've travelled to North America just once as a TH-camr, visiting Mexico in 2021. Though I have been to both the USA and Canada, this was as a child on family holidays.
In 2022, I took my first trip to Sub Saharan Africa, visiting both Kenya and Tanzania, before making my way to the Middle East, stopping in Dubai on my way to Lebanon.
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In the eyes of me..he is a man who shows reality of every country....when I watch video I feel I am there and having fun...you are a great great person
Totally agree
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It was an honor having you around.
Thank you for showing the city. Thank you for showing our culture.
You are always welcome and be sure that you always have a home in tripoli
Thank You for Showing Jason and All of us around. Greetings from Ireland ☘.
Marjaba Alaa! My ancestors are from the Al Aktaa family from Tripoli! Salamat!
اشكرك شرفتنا اخي الحبيب بلغتك الجميله وشرحك الجميل واسلوبك الرائع واحترامك اذا جيت لبنان ابيك تكون معاي مرشدي
@@mauzouq اهلا و سهلا بك و بكل اهل الكويت تشرفنا و شكرا على كلامك الطيب
@@levinawalsh2015 its always my pleasure glad you enjoyed it
I have been to 82 countries and Lebanon is definitely in my TOP 3 !! Amazing nature, very rich history and culture, wonderful architecture, very friendly and welcoming people, very yummy food (I mean really really yummy), best nightlife ever !! Beirut has it all ❤
the worst? and why?
I was born in Canada, but due to some family issues I had the pleasure of living in Tripoli (where my parents are from) for 4 years during my early teen years and it was honestly a beautiful experience. Decided to randomly look for this kind of video and it’s so heartwarming seeing you visit all the different places that I got to see as a young kid, can’t wait to go back for a visit someday. Thank you for sharing this with us.
As someone born and lives in tripoli ... The local Media always presents the city in a bad way to the point that even the people of tripoli hates the city .... so thanks for letting me love my city again ❤
Yeah, I was actually just writing a comment how every Lebanese person I've talked to says to avoid this city.
its beautiful!
I'm travelling soon to Tripoli insh'a Allah and this video has me so excited. I am looking forward to it.
@@FullThrottleUK I'm sry in advance for what are u going to see ...
Lebanon was never like that 😕
@@Fle-2870 there are nice parts of Tripoli aswell. This part appeals to me aswell.
A true adventure travel destination, cheers.
I like that there are no filters in your videos, we can just enjoy the authenticity and the simple interactions with the people. I really hope for better days for the kind people of Lebanon.
I am from Aleppo Syria. Never been to Tripoli despite visiting Lebanon several time. When i met some brothers from Tripoli, in fact they were Australians, i was instantly in love❤️. I said wow, they look like us and they speak like us in Aleppo. Manly, similar accent despite being obviously Lebanese, similar persona, friendly😍 etc etc. Now it is first time i see Tripoli in a video and it reminds me with one place only. Old Aleppo. We love you Tripoli of the East.(And the west one in Libya too❤️).
Tripoli was a major city under islamic administration in middle ages with massive library second only to the one in Baghdad. It was the fourth major city to fall to crusaders after Edessa, Antioch, and Jerusalem. All those four cities became the administrative centres of the crusadic kingdoms in the Levant.
Who cares. Tripoli is much older than Islam, going back to the Phoenicians. That's our true heritage.
This city suffered alot and still suffering, it is the poorest city in all the medeteranian, people are suffering their but they are very strong and willing to live with all the struggles. Tripoli is a very rich with ignored historical places. The government or tourism companies do alot of tourism ads for Beirut, Jubail, Balbaak, Sour.etc.. but they simply ignore tripoli.
In other hand, Tripoli has its own airport, electrical power plant, and a huge pipe lines and petrol filteration, train station, the second largest football studium in the country and the largest decoreted building area for festival and events called “Maraad, all what i mentioned are literally shutdown long time ago for political reasons.
as a lebanese from the north:
1- yupp drivers always offer coffee from sideway kiosks
2- the going back in time bit: i think we are still stuck in the 2000s in comparison to how much other countries have advanced
3- Akra: number one destination for a traditional breakfast when in Tripoli, the setting is not some concept the architect came up with, the owners of these centuries old buildings have thankfully kept the main architecture
4- I don't agree on the water bit...
5- gotta admit that church is news to me! thank you Alaa!
6- YAAAASSS KHARNOUB!
7- the red thing on halawet eljebn is actually sour lemon petals jam, a traditional addition to Lebanese desserts
this was a really good video, u got to show the best of the city! it is always nice to see Tripoli from the perspective of a foreigner, and am glad u had a good tour
An amazingly beautiful and historic place, Tripoli. Can't wait to be fortunate enough to visit one day soon. Thanks so much!
Such an interesting insight into a city. Such interesting markets and architecture and a fascinating look at life in Tripoli.
A true adventurer and a gentleman
Excellent video tour of Tripoli. Has given me the incentive to visit Lebanon. The country is beautiful but mention to people that you want to go there and they consider you insane.
Thanks to Jason we can see the real country that mainstream media and travel docs won’t show us.
Hello,
I'm a new subscriber. I just want to inform you that your videos are amazing. I enjoy watching the videos you’re filming in Lebanon (my home country). It brings back so many great memories. Thank you for all you do. Keep up the great work!
Rayan
From Michigan 🇺🇸
All love and respect to the people of lebanon .
Fascinating and so informative. Beautiful country and people. Great food.
I really like how down to earth and natural you are, and how easily you connect with the people and places you visit. Thanks for the videos.
Lebanon is that beautiful, such a lovely views 👍🏿 nice content Jason.
I like Tripoli, I like your videos, your way of travelling across the true country.
Regards from Spain.
I like old cities, I try to imagine how much history they carry and the lives of people before... Either way, I first saw your videos since Kenya, I've been watching for a while now. I love travel vlogs... I follow many travel vloggers. I just started my own TH-cam channel few days ago, still trying to get the hang of it.
Thanks, Jason, for this fascinating look at Tripoli. Your knowledgeable commentary adds to your interesting travel perspectives and insights. I really appreciate the humanity you bring to your interactions in different cultures and countries, and the way you share what you experience in these ‘foreign’ lands. Best, Sylvia 🤎
Was in Tripol and Byblos in March of 2022. Stayed in Beirut for a week. Awesome country. Tons of coffee and good food
I’m in Lebanon now! However there’s a vote tomorrow and I’ve been told a kid Tripoli during the election so might not be able to go. It’s my first day here and Beirut has exceeded expectations!
Jason you inspire me. I love the way your videos are authentic, raw, and how comfortable you seem on camera. I’m going to travel one day like this too!
Impressive! Thank you ! I am in Lebanon myself , if you ever need any help, not Lebanese though.
Adorable humans I am sure.
Around tripoli there are many places I was told worth visiting like EHDEN ANFEH I lived in KALHAT close to the BALAMAND Univ. accommodation there is cheap and high quality plus views are exceptional especially in winter you get to c the sea to your left and the mountains covered with snow to your right.
I might visit Lebanon soon!
let's connect
@@ZaidKhan-uc9jh i tried to open the message since I received it but unfortunately it never did
I am sorry for the late reply i am in BYBLOS now 💕
Excellent job with the music, and cheers to you for doing what you can to get people to return and travel. Tripoli is high on my list. Thank you.
gotta love those moments when ya can barely think of anything else to say or ask after the introductions.
Reason why Tripoli is not so much talked about, or, in other words on the map is because for the past thirty years, it’s been demonized by political party’s like Hezb and Gebran Bassil’s current movement. Who not only demonized Tripoli but the greater Sunni population of Lebanon as a whole. This is a fact and if you look back you will see the evidence of this, the Syrian civil war also played a major role due to the Sunni Aliawite hatred towards one another. Which sadly played out in the city with constant gun battles between Sunni “Bab el Tabbaneh” and Aliawite “Jabel Mohsen”. I hope more and more people like yourself Jason keep visiting Tripoli and making it out to be known, it’s one of the most beautiful and enchanting cities in the whole Middle East.
So rich in culture... I love this one... a step back in time for sure...
I wish we could have heard and known more of Alaa’s story! Great video anyway!
Thanks for sharing! You are one brave travel dude! Enjoy and keep safe.
Tripoli my city i missed it , its been 4 years … thank you 💔
What a great city! Thanks for sharing.
seeing him going to my city in lebanon makes me happy and also sad that i never went to lebanon because i am also european i stay safe in europe
Thank you, awesome as always
Absolutely amazing, Jason. Thank you!
Thank you Jason. Thanks for opening my eyes to a city that hasn't been on my radar. Now, I definitely want to visit. Great video. Brilliant. Jolly good.
Simply fascinating, Jason, and an eye-opener to a marvelous place we had not heard of until now!
Wow, what a place! Great video Jason🌍💚
Love the way you explore a city..feels like we are personally walking around..coupled with your easy narration..keep going
Omg i am watching this video from exactly the same room. I am leaving Tripoli tomorrow, after two days visit. I just wanted to check what else left. And suprized to see you have stayed where i am now 😀
Your tour guide is very kind / thanks for him
That was a joy to watch Jason. Thank you
Food is amazing there
Lebanon probably has the best food in the Middle East in my opinion!
@@JasonBillamTravel With out a doubt, close second to yemen
Looks so amazing there. Enjoy your travel and stay safe there
Great Tripoli and Great trip showed us.Thanks
The wee church is very cosy n beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
Nice Jason, thanks for making and sharing 👍
Great video; will have to check out the places I've never been to before in Tripoli. And great job on the Oud music you chose. Fantastic. Happy and safe travels to you.
Wonderful Video Jason. Thank You. I Really enjoyed it. ☘😀.
Tripoli is beautiful city....huge heritage just comes thru in the video...thanks for the experience
Hi Jason thank you for another nice tour video of Tripoli
Your vlogging is best and I love it very much thanks bro
Interesting and informative as allways. Hello from Finland!
I really Love to explore places, i have not been to through your eyes. Thank you so much for your Videos.
Wow another amazing vid. Good work!👍🏽
Thanks for showing us this one of an historic city of Lebanon as much as you could. It's very informative and wonderful to watch.
Ciao...
Hi Jason- I loved this video of Tripoli!
Really awesome; always following.
Great video! Kudos!
The best vlog I have seen so far depicting the Tripoli souks! I always get lost there and never seem to visit all the streets I was hoping to check out. Will keep this as a reference for my next visit lol, and just show them the footage and ask people where that is and this and this 🤪😂 It's good you had a local guy with you to show you the way, that helps a lot.
Mr. Billam, always enjoy watching your videos and thank you for showing us a world we can't see anywhere else.
Hello there, great expose of the country I must say. A down to earth yet pro approach in experiencing and documenting.
Love your videos
Best video to watch before sleep 😍
Good tour of an interesting city.
Thank you so much for the video.
Excellent job mate.
I a m original from Tripoli and I love it dearly and I long to visit it again.
jason man Love your way of travelling :) ....I added Lebanon in my list :)
Amazing people and amazing place to See. Very I. Thank you for Sharing.
Thanks Jason for showing the world this beautiful city full of history👌perfect choice !
I like you videos because places u were visiting you gave us more details, thank you so much.
Jason - Thank you for an excellent introduction to Tripoli.
Thanks for showing our culture
Another video i really enjoyed Jason. ;-)
Hey Jason I’m so happily watching your adventures to Lebanon just double care and safe always
It’s fascinating thanks
What wonderful videos you have made really beautifully done
Be safe on your travels
Phil Belfast 👍
Your All vidoes are awesome 👍👍
Have a good trip
Jason- like it.how awesome .
Thank you for showing us the inner city of Tripoli it’s truly amazing 👌
well after seeing your video i can see that the most underrated thing is your chanel. best chanel ive seen
I need to visit Tripoli and spend some time there. Thank you for sharing.
Hi I'm Berhant Thank you for visiting my city Tripoli I was born in it, it is my city, I love it very much❤
Jeson I like your videos lots of information's in every country in historical places thanks for sharing ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Amazing!!
Lebanon has a city called Tripoli?
Like Libya?
Looks so beautiful. Lovely architecture ....
Yes, it's sometimes called eastern Tripoli as opposed to western Tripoli in Libya. There are more Tripolis around the world, in Greece, USA, Australia...
@@madishari Thank for telling.
However, I don't count the "immigrant" cities. They are not original, so to speak.
I am thinking about "old world" cities 🌆
@@abocas Both cities are old from Phoenician times.
@@madishari I can imagine that. Just surprised to learn about the Lebanese Tripoli.
Since there are more in "the old world" there must be something about the name ....
Tripoli .... three cities? Or something like that 🥴
Hi....I really love watching your video's
Great Video !!!!! Glad to you see that you have enjoyed my city which I grow up in , but man you missed out on other treasures in that city which not alot of people know about "halwat chamaisi"(AKA angle balls) it a very famous sweet there; Andalos which you have walk pass it in your video which has amazing roosted nuts; the old train ottoman train station which is destroyed during the war; Port City of Mina and old souk with the hold school coffee shops and the ice cream on the beach. Maybe one day you will visit again try it out. Till then keep up the good work
What an amazing country this looks like
A nice touch you interacting with the kids. Also you seem to enjoy the food. John in Chicago
It’s on my wish list.
Greetings from France.
Thank you so much Jason. I was in Tripoli yesterday and the Citadel was closed. Thanks to your video, i managed to see how it looks inside😂 I was really unfortunate as the Citadel and the most famous Hammam was closed. I admire you open mind. I really did not like being in Tripoli, especially after a 2 days stay in the Valley of Qadisha 🥰 Thanks a lot Jason. I am in Byblos today and i feel so much better 😄 It is the first time i am not able to see the most famous attractions of a place. I had no courage to stay in that...unique place I would say😔
Jason, I love watching your videos mate. I hope one day we can do a trip together, keep up the amazing content!
How interesting to see Tripoli. Alaa took you to wonderful places to see; an excellent guide. I don't think you may know that the US Marine Corp's song reads "from the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli." The city is an historical one but the mixture of old and modern would be a welcoming place for tourists. Thanks for this beautiful video.
I think the Marine's song was referring to the African Tripoli in Libya though, not the one in Lebanon (There are two). Just googled it out of curiosity. It refers to the First Barbary War, and specifically the Battle of Derne in 1805. The four North African states were known collectively as the Barbary.
@@zed2960 Okay, thanks for that info.
Actually there is three. Tripoli in Greece too.
What an amazing city Tripoli,i hope to visit on day.
What an interesting location
Lebanon, Wow🤩
So close to Damascus Jason. You should have gone even for a few days. It's an incredible city.
12:49 this drinking water tap is a type of ‘sadaqa jariya’ in Islam, an ongoing act of charity dedicated to someone who has passed away so they receive its blessings and good rewards in the next life every time someone uses it. It reads something along the lines of “Prayer of mercy and forgiveness. This spring was dedicated upon the soul of the deceased, by the permission of God the Almighty, al Haaj Tariq Muhammad Nashat al Bayrooqi”