Baskinta: The Natural Fortress of Metn at the Foot of Mount Sannine

Baskinta is a Lebanese village situated at an altitude ranging from 1250 meters above sea level at its lowest point, to 1800 metres at Qanat Bakish. Baskinta is renowned for its natural beauty and moderate climate. Baskinta is also known for the variety of its fruit especially apples and residents are Christians: 70 Maronites and 30 Greek Orthodox. Ahead of Faraya, and at the foot of Mount Sannine lies Baskinta. This traditional summer resort boasts a magnificent view of surrounding mountai