Berqayel or Berkayel () is one of the largest and the most historical towns in Akkar Governorate in northern Lebanon. Berkail is about 25km north Tripoli. Berkail is well known by its olive production and green fields. It is a Sunni Muslim community.

History

In 1838, Eli Smith noted the village, whose inhabitants were Sunni Muslim, located west of esh-Sheikh Mohammed.

Economy

Much of Berkail's population is employed by the Lebanese Army. Olives are the main agricultural product.

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External links

• Berqayel , Localiban