34°17′19.20″N 35°40′49.68″E / 34.2886667°N 35.6804667°E
| Designations | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Deir el Nouriyeh cliffs of Ras Chekaa |
| Designated | 16 April 1999 |
| Reference no. | 979[1] |
Theoprosopon is the Greek name of Lithoprosopon, a cape in north Lebanon, also known today by the name of Râs ach-Chaq’a’. The cape is situated between the ancient cities of Batroun and Tripoli. The promontory creates a massive barrier that cuts through the coast of Lebanon, making it impossible for travelers to circumvent. Today's modern, coastal highway runs through two tunnels.