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About Lebanon
The Country
Located at a meeting point between three continents, Lebanon has been the crossroads of many civilizations whose traces may be still seen today.
It is a country where the mountain meets
the sea, a country where the mysterious fascination of history and the richness
of civilizations come to life. Walk amongst the spectacular living heritage of a
land with over 4000 years of history. The temples of Baalbeck and Anjar, the
ancient cities ports of Tyre, Sidon and Byblos are just a sample of what Lebanon
can offer to travelers.
Wherever you lay your eyes you will see the ancient and the modern unravel in a
panorama of contrast and wonders. Lebanon has always been a special country.
Its natural beauties and the spirit of its people give it a place in the heart
for all that has been there.
Physical Geography
Situated at the eastern end of the Mediterranean, the Republic of Lebanon occupies a land 210 Km long and 50 Km wide; covering an area of 10,452 square kilometers. Syria bound the country on the East and North and Israel on the South. It is not a large country but within its small area there is considerable topographical diversities.
Climate
A country of all seasons; Lebanon enjoys an essentially Mediterranean climate with mild rainy winters and long warm summers. The temperature varies on average between 26 degrees Celsius in summer and 19 degrees Celsius in winter. In winter, you can ski and swim the same day. In summer, you can escape from the hot and humid weather of the coast by going to the mountains.
Demography
Lebanon's total population is about 3
million, one third of which live in Beirut, the capital city.
The Lebanese people are a mixture of races, ethnic and religious affiliations.
The main towns are Beirut (Capital); Tripoli (North); Saida and Tyre (South);
Baalbeck (Bekaa); Jounieh and Baabda (Mount Lebanon).
Historical Overview
Situated at a geographical crossroad where
East meets West and the land coincides with the sea. Lebanon has witnessed more
than its fair share of invaders who left remarkable prints in its history and
rich archeology.
"Lubnan" the Phoenicia of the 6th century BC succumbed to the domination of the
Chaldeans and then to the Persians. Next came the Greeks under Alexander the
Great followed by seven centuries of
Roman and Byzantine rule (64 BC),
Arabs(643-1095 AD), Crusaders, Mameluks and Ottomans in 1516.
But the conquest was never final, during the 17th-18th centuries two prominent
families the Maans and later the Chehabs fought to protect and extend the
Lebanon's mountain freedom.
After the death of great Bechir II, in 1840, the Ottomans pursued a policy of
direct rule over the mountain, resulting in the civil war of the 1860's. This
prompted several European powers to intervene, to guarantee the autonomy of
Mount Lebanon and keep it under their protection until 1914.
Following World War One, the League of Nations assigned
France as the mandate power. In 1926, Lebanon became a republic and finally
achieved independence from France in 1943.
Religions
A multi-confessional state, Lebanon has no official religion, Christians and Moslems represent the two main faiths each one divided into different religious communities. Other minorities and cultures practice their religions freely.
Languages
The mother tongue is Arabic but nevertheless French and English are widely spoken by the majority of the people. Newspapers, informative publications and all kind of assistance are available in all three languages: communication is therefore definitely not a problem !
Facts at a Glance
Borders Formalities
All visitors require passport validity and a Lebanese Visa. Some nationalities can obtain their visa upon arrival to Beirut International Airport. Please check with your local Lebanese embassy or consulate.
Customs
All ordinary personal effects are exempted
from customs duty.
Tourists are allowed two bottles of alcoholic beverages and 500 g of tobacco
(400 cigarettes or 20 cigars) for personal use.
Working Days
Monday to Saturday (Sunday the official holiday).
Official Public Holidays
National holidays:
January 1 (New Year) - May 1 (Labor Day) - November 22 (Independence Day)
Religious holidays:
Some dates vary from one year to another while others are Fixed: St. Maroon
(February 9), Good Friday, Assumption day (August 15), Christmas (December 25),
Muharram 1st (New Year), Eid El-Fitr, Eid El-Adha, Prophet Mohammed birthday.
Currency
The legal tender is the Lebanese Pound (L.L.) called in Arabic Lira but the U.S. dollar is widely used. Lebanon is a free currency market: visitors can import unlimited amounts of money.
Local Time
Greenwich meantime +2hrs in winter and +3hrs in summer.
Electricity
220 Volts (50 Hz)
What to Wear
Beirut enjoys four very distinct seasons: it is cold in winter (December to March), pleasant during spring time (April to June), hot and humid in the summer (July and August) and again pleasant from September till November. Warm woolens are recommended for the winter and lightweight clothes for the other season.
What to Buy
Most shops open daily from 9 a.m. to 6
p.m. Shopping in Beirut is a pleasure. You can buy almost anything from the Four
Corners of the globe. Oriental and Lebanese handicrafts might be exciting such
as needle work and weaving, knitted apparel, silver and gold.
What to Eat
In this gourmet's paradise, there are some
3000 restaurants, cafes and nightclubs. Most of the restaurants have Oriental
and European food. The best way to start is with the "Mezzeh" (a meal of
Lebanese hors-d'oeuvres that consists of small dishes of great varieties). With
the "Mezzeh", "Arak" the very potent national drink made of grape alcohol and
anise is served.
Sports
Lebanon is famous for its greed for fun.
It's a playground for many sport activities like tennis, squash, swimming,
diving, skiing, biking, hiking, paragliding, parasailing, rafting and walking.
Swimming can be exercised all year round in different beach resorts along the
Lebanese coastline while the skiing season generally lasts from December to
March and may extend to Easter sometimes. All sports equipments are available.
Night Life
Lebanon is not only a museum of accumulated
heritage but also a fun place littered with a casino, nightclubs, bars,
restaurants, cinemas, shows and theaters..
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