Registration for Jisr el Qadi Hike and Meditation with Art of Living

This village on the Damour River between Beiteddine and Souk el-Gharb is definitely worth a visit. Here, local craftsmen make pottery during the summer months, but any time of year it is an interesting place to explore.

Jisr el-Qadi takes its name from the bridge (jisr) built in Mamluke times over the Damour River by Emir Zayn ad-Dine at-Tannoukhi. The Emir was also a judge (qadi) of Ain Ksour, north of Abey. In 1886 Wassa Pasha, the Ottoman governor of Mount Lebanon, (1883-1892) widened the narrow bridge by building a second bridge beside it.

This will be an easy-level hike by the beautiful banks of the Damour river, followed by a guided meditation by qualified Art of Living instructors. No meditation experience required. This event is open to everyone. You will finish with a delicious vegetarian potluck brunch.

Gathering at the Art of Living Center: 7:00 a.m.
Departure: 7:30 a.m.
Hike begins: 8:30 a.m.
Guided Meditation: 11:00 a.m.
Brunch: 11:30 a.m.
Visit to local sites (optional): 12:30 p.m.

What to bring:
– Hiking shoes
– Hat
– Sunscreen
– Extra water/juice
– Light sweat shirt or jacket
– Dress comfortably for hiking
– Camera
– Vegetarian brunch

Cost
10,000 LL (Including fees for the guides, two energy bars, one fruit and one liter water bottle)

Please Note:
Transportation is NOT included, please bring your own car or share a ride with someone.

For more information or to make a reservation
01.281.005
christian.matta@artofliving.ca