Hardine

Hardîne (Arabic: حردين), sometimes written Ḩardīn, is a village in Batroun District, North Lebanon Governorate, Lebanon. Notable structures include the Temple of Mercury, severely damaged by an earthquake, and several Christian churches and monasteries.

Hardîne
حردين
village
Etymology:
  • Syriac origin, "Hardin", meaning "terrorized" or "Hor Din", meaning "the judge's supervision"
  • Syriac origin, "Pious" or "Witness of Justice"
Hardîne
Location within Lebanon
Coordinates: 34°14′12″N 35°51′31″E
CountryLebanon
GovernorateNorth Lebanon Governorate
DistrictBatroun District
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