A villager harvests Damascena (Damask) roses that are used for essential oils, sweets and cosmetics, in the village of Qsarnaba on May 11, 2023.  The oil derived from the famed Damask rose --- named after the ancient city of Damascus located just across the mountain range separating Lebanon and Syria -- is a staple of perfumers.  (Photo by JOSEPH EID  /  AFP)

Scent of tradition lingers in Lebanon's village of roses - in pictures



Updated: May 18, 2023, 11:18 AM