It is also the seat of government for the Beqaa.
All amenities are available here, with hotels, good shopping and souvenir shops.
Zahle's many beautiful old houses can be appreciated on a leisurely walk around the town. The main attraction, however, is the Bardaouni River, which flows out of Mt. Sannine through a wooded gorge shut in between tall perpendicular rocks. Along this branch of the Litani River there is one open - air restaurant after another. All are protected from the sun by awnings and leafy trees, while streams, fountains and pools cool the air. A walk in the hills overlooking Zahle, leads you to Iron and Bronze Age towns.