Photographer seeks connection with namesakes of his homeland in the U.S.A.

When Fadi BouKaram arrived in Lebanon last month, his first impression of this city was favorable.

“It’s very green and beautiful,” he said. “I also love the small-town feel to it. “

BouKaram is from Lebanon, the country, and his visit to Lebanon, Ore. was his first stop of a five-month photographic tour across the U.S. that will include a stay in each town named Lebanon.

“When I was doing the research, I was realizing…