Abila Lysaniou
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Modern Name
Souq Wadi Barada
Country
Lebanon
Region
Phoenicia
Coordinates
33.6267, 36.1058
About
Abila Lysaniou is an ancient city mentioned in the Bible, located in the region of Phoenicia in modern-day Lebanon. Known today as Souq Wadi Barada.
History & Historical Arc
Abila Lysaniou — also known as Abilene's principal city — derives its distinctive name from Lysanias, a tetrarch who rul…
Archaeological Notes
Abila Lysaniou is identified with the modern site of Souq Wadi Barada (ancient Abila), located in the Wadi Barada gorge …