About

Lebanon is a diverse quilt of Mediterranean coastline, high mountain peaks, and green fertile valleys, packed into a tiny parcel of land some 225km long and 46km wide.

An ancient land, Lebanon features in the writings of Homer and in the Old Testament. Its cities were major outposts and seaports in Phoenician and Roman times, just two of the great civilizations that touched this important Middle Eastern crossroads.

The cosmopolitan flair of modern-day Beirut, the gastronomic renown of the country's food and wine, and an educated and outward-looking population complement a country that is both traditional and progressive in outlook. For all the flavors of its storied past and rugged natural beauty, Lebanon is a well-kept tourist secret that begs exploration.

There are four main geographic regions in Lebanon, differentiated by topography and climate. From west to east, they include: the coastal plain, the Mount Lebanon Range, the Békaa Valley, and the Anti-Lebanon Range.

Destinations

Beirut

Beirut, often referred to as "Paris of the Middle East", is a vibrant hub for sightseeing, networking, and shopping. The city has undergone several reconstructions, and today's buildings coexist alongside Ottoman and French colonial structures.

 

The National Museum and the Gibran Museum provide tourists with a glimpse into the city's history while bustling areas like Hamra and Ashrafieh offer a vibrant nightlife

Baalbek

Baalbek, with its enormous temples regarded as one of the marvels of the Old world, is located at an ancient crossroads connecting the coast with the Syrian interior and north Syria with north Palestine. Overlooking the Bekaa Plain, Baalbek is a testimony to an imperial undertaking that exemplifies Roman tenacity, riches, and power.

Over the centuries, these temples experienced earthquakes, warfare, and assaults. Since they were destroyed as a result, they were reconstructed in the middle ages. The work of archaeologists and Lebanese, French, and German architects helped to preserve this site's original beauty and majesty.

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At a Glance

Capital city: Beirut (population approximately 1 million)
Population: Approximately 4.5 million
Language: Arabic (official), French, English, Armenian
Currency: Lebanese pound (LBP), (US dollars widely accepted)
Time zone: UTC +3
Electricity: 110-220V/50Hz (European and UK plugs)
Calling code: +961

Culture

Travellers will find Turkish people to be polite and quite formal in their greetings, kind and hospitable as hosts and friendly as new acquaintances.

Frequenting hamams (Turkish bathhouses) and coffee houses are popular pastimes for Turkish people, although contemporary hangouts like bars and nightclubs are the standard entertainment for most young people in the big cities, with Istanbul having one of the world's hottest nightlife scenes.

Food

Home to some of the tastiest produce you can get your hands on, traditional cooking methods and influence from Asia, Europe and the Middle East, Turkey’s food is surprising, delicious and delightful.

Many Turkish favourites are already non-meat. Gozleme, simit and cig kofte are all vegetarian and easy to find in markets, street corner food stands and restaurants. Turkey has an abundance of markets selling fresh produce, bread and extras like hummus and fava bean dip. With a little planning, vegans will be able to assemble meze-style lunches when pre-made options aren’t available.

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Culture

With roots in various Arab traditions, the prevailing culture is essentially conservative and shows a great degree of respect for traditions.
Social expectations and customs continue to be strongly influenced by centuries-old Christian and Islamic traditions. However, a lot of customs and ways of life are also influenced by Europe.
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Food

Lebanese cuisine contains plenty of healthful grains, fruits, veggies, fresh fish, and shellfish to choose from. Red meat is less frequently consumed than poultry, and when it is, lamb and goat meat are more frequently consumed.
Large quantities of garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice are used liberally in the cooking process. The Lebanese diet is likewise mostly comprised of parsley and chickpeas.
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