"The city of Anjar was founded by Caliph Walid I at the beginning of the 8th century. The ruins reveal a very regular layout, reminiscent of the palace-cities of ancient times, and are a unique testimony to city planning under the Umayyads."
Source: UNESCO World Heritage
Three views of Anjar, Lebanon. Postcard bought in Lebanon. Thanks to Violeta of Romania.
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