The natural arch
In the larger rock.
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Two limestone rocks rising from the sea off the Raouché cliffs at Beirut's western tip, the city's best-known landmark, also called Pigeon Rocks. Waves have carved a natural arch through the larger one, and small boats pass through it when the sea is calm. The Raouché stretch of the Corniche looks down on them, lined with cafés and restaurants; it is part of the seafront promenade along the capital's western shore, where people come to walk, fish and watch the sunset. In summer small boats leave a little harbour beneath the cliffs for a short trip around the rocks and through the arch; agree the fare with the boatman before setting off. The name Raouché comes from the French word for rock. The spot is free and open all day, at its best just before sunset, when the sun drops behind the rocks.
In the larger rock.
Around the rocks.
From the Corniche.
Raouché Corniche, west Beirut
Yes. In summer, when the sea is calm, small boats leave a little harbour below the cliffs for a short trip around the rocks; agree the fare with the boatman.