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Lebanon Culture, Geography and History

Geography and Environment of Lebanon

Sharing land borders with Syria and Israel, Lebanon has an interesting mix of mountains, valleys, beaches, rivers and ancient forests. With a long stretch of coastline along the Mediterranean Sea, Lebanon does coastal living very well with stunning beaches, vibrant ports and relaxed resort towns that populate the coast. Lebanon's large cities are typically fast-paced urban centres with shopping malls, modern hotels and a chic cafe-culture. In contrast to this, rural life is decidedly quieter, with most village dwellers living simple lives reliant on agriculture.


History and Government of Lebanon


Other Resources

Recommended Reading

  • Spirit of the Phoenix: Beirut and the Story of Lebanon - Tim Llewellyn
  • Lebanon: Through Writers' Eyes - Ed. Ted Gorton and Andree Feghali Gorton
  • Agents of Innocence - David Ignatius
  • De Niro's Game - Rawi Hage
  • A Good Land - Nada Awar Jarrar

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Lebanon at a glance

  • 1
  • Beirut (population 2.1 million)
  • 4.2 million
  • Arabic
  • LBP
  • (GMT+02:00) Beirut
  • Type A (North American/Japanese 2-pin), Type B (American 3-pin), Type C (European 2-pin), Type D (Old British 3-pin), Type G (Irish/British 3-pin)
  • +961

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