The Pigeon Rock of Raouché, seen after the name "Sara" was tagged in black on the rock. July 3, 2025. (Credit: Lilia Geha/L'Orient-Le Jour)
On the cliffs of Beirut's west coast in Raouche, walkers and tourists flock to take pictures in front of the iconic Pigeon Rock. But upon closer inspection, a blemish disrupts the natural lines of the rock: the name "Sara" was inscribed in large black letters on one side of the rock last week.The graffiti, placed on the right side of the rock, remained visible for five days before a concealment effort was carried out. The identity of the person behind the act, as well as their motive, remains unknown.Le prénom « Sara » tagué sur la Grotte aux pigeons de Raouché. Photo prise du compte X de Romy Azar/@greenbilarabi Alerted to the incident, a team dispatched by Beirut’s fire brigade attempted to conceal the inscription. One member, who requested anonymity, explained to L’Orient-Le Jour the precautions taken during the operation."We chose to...
On the cliffs of Beirut's west coast in Raouche, walkers and tourists flock to take pictures in front of the iconic Pigeon Rock. But upon closer inspection, a blemish disrupts the natural lines of the rock: the name "Sara" was inscribed in large black letters on one side of the rock last week.The graffiti, placed on the right side of the rock, remained visible for five days before a concealment effort was carried out. The identity of the person behind the act, as well as their motive, remains unknown.Le prénom « Sara » tagué sur la Grotte aux pigeons de Raouché. Photo prise du compte X de Romy Azar/@greenbilarabi Alerted to the incident, a team dispatched by Beirut’s fire brigade attempted to conceal the inscription. One member, who requested anonymity, explained to L’Orient-Le Jour the precautions taken during the operation."We...