Ain Saadeh
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| Ain Saadeh عين سعاده |
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| Country |  Lebanon |
| Governorate | Mount Lebanon Governorate |
| District | Matn District |
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  Ain Saadeh
Location of Ain Saadeh, Lebanon
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| Elevation | 400–600 m (1,312–1,969 ft) |
Ain Saadeh (also spelled Ain Saadée and Ain Saade) is suburb located in the pine-forested hills, northeast of the capital Beirut in Lebanon.
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[edit] Demography
The village of Ain Saade has much to offer. We have a solid education system which excels in both academics and sports. Beautifully manicured parks, offer a wide range of community activities. Shopping needs are met by friendly merchants on the square and at area shopping centers. Ain Saade is a city experiencing many new growth opportunities.
Ain Saade is a traditional Christian village located in the picturesque of the mountains of Lebanon overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, with some 10,000 population and 2,000 residents. The origin of ‘‘Ain Saade’’ varies and has several routes, one of them refer to the village's natural spring and literary means Spring of Happiness.
As with most villages, Ain Saade has had its share of developments of modern houses in the last century, but is central character remains intact. The village has several nurseries, Schools, Colleges, Technical institute and Universities.
The village has several shops, post office, several pubs, restaurants, 5 stars hotel, garage, etc ... Few modern villages can boast so many amenities. It has an impressive range of active groups including the Legion Marie, Boy Scout, Sports Club, etc...To name a few, not to forget to mention several churches as well as an orphanage. Not to forget the essence several springs. Furthermore, the village has several industrial, commercial, residential and agriculture zones.
The village of Ain Saade is located about 10 kilometers away from Beirut at a latitude ranging between 200 and 700 meters above sea level. There are several possible routes to Ain Saade, the first Through Mkalles - Mansourieh - Ain Saade, the second through Fanar - Ain Saade, the third through Nahr El Mawt, Roumieh - Ain Saade, the fourth through Ras el Meten – Ain Saade, the fifth through Broumana - Beit Merry - Ain Saade.
[edit] Education
Ain Saadeh is known for its prestigious private schools:
[edit] Collège Mont La Salle
Collège Mont La Salle is named in honor of Saint Jean Baptiste de La Salle, the founder of l'Institut des Frères des Écoles Chrétiennes and the patron saint of Christian educators. It is a Francophone, co-educational institute with a diverse student body. The institute is member of the Communauté de frères des écoles chrétiennes and has an eight-member managing committee, representing 4 nationalities : four Lebanese, two French, one Spanish, and one Maltese.[1]
[edit] La Sagesse, Mary Mother of Wisdom High School
La Sagesse, Mary Mother of Wisdom High School is a Catholic, Anglophone, co-educational school that educates and motivates Lebanese and international students from diverse backgrounds.
[edit] Lebanese University, Humanity Branch
[edit] Saint Coeur, Ain Najem
[edit] Al Kafaat Foundation
[edit] College du Rosaire
[edit] Etymology
The name "Ain Saadeh" refers to the town's natural spring and literary means, "Spring of Happiness."
