Exhibition at the Rijksmuseum in Leiden, Holland
from October 14th, 2022, until March 12th, 2023 - Daily: 10:00 – 17:00
MASTERPIECES FROM BEIRUT, LOUVRE AND BRITISH MUSEUM
Byblos is a major exhibition about the world’s most ancient port in Lebanon, with five hundred objects, including masterpieces from the National Museum of Beirut, the Louvre, the British Museum and the American University of Beirut Archaeological Museum.
Byblos, a town situated on the coast of present-day Lebanon, played an extraordinary role in the Mediterranean and Middle East from 3000 BC, thanks to the trade in cedar wood.
A simple fishing village that had been inhabited since 6500 BC, grew into a prosperous city and became the world’s first international seaport. Egyptians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Phoenicians, Greeks and Romans left their mark on the city.
Overview
day 1
The wealth of Byblos
The exhibition’s highlights come from the collections of various internationally renowned museums, bearing witness to Byblos’ archaeological and cultural richness. You will see golden weapons, colorful gemstone jewelry, a Roman mosaic and a beautiful bronze statue of Heracles. But simple fish hooks, anchors and clay tablets also contribute to the hitherto undervalued story of the ancient port city. A key role is played by kings, mythological heroes, merchants and fortune-seekers who visited and lived in Byblos.
Included / Extra
What's included
- Entrance fees
What's extra
- Guiding service
