Djebail (Byblos) - 5 Piastre

This stamp features Djebail, or Byblos, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, utilizing an illustration of a plane over its medieval Crusader castle and ancient harbor to symbolize Lebanon’s maritime legacy and its contributions to human history. The message is one of continuous evolution, linking the Phoenician birthplace of the alphabet with the modern era of aerial communication and global exchange. As a focal point of Lebanese coastal identity, Byblos represents an essential institution of trade and archaeology, where the heritage of the sea remains central to the local economy and craft traditions. The stamp celebrates the city’s status as a gateway between the Mediterranean world and the Lebanese heartland.