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NATIONAL STAR

The **National Star** in Tyre, Lebanon, isn't just another wreck; it's a piece of history resting upright on the seabed at 28 metres. We love how this motor vessel, sunk after a rather dramatic incident in 1991, has settled, making it relatively straightforward to explore. As you descend, the sheer scale of its 81-metre length starts to register, a dark silhouette against the blue. Our favourite part is the penetration into the deeper holds; the light filters in from above creating an eerie, almost cathedral-like atmosphere. Keep an eye out for the resident groupers that often lurk in the shadows here, and we've seen schools of snapper darting in and out of the broken superstructure. The main deck offers a good sense of the ship's layout, and while it's classified as "dangerous," with careful planning and good buoyancy, much of the exterior is accessible and rewarding. It’s an ideal dive for those with some wreck experience looking for a deeper, more substantial artificial reef.