Beirut (/ beɪˈruːt / ⓘ, bay-ROOT; [4] Arabic: بيروت, romanized: Bayrūt ⓘ) is the capital and largest city of Lebanon. As of 2014, Greater Beirut has a population of 2.5 million, just under half of …

Jan 24, 2025 · Beirut, capital, chief port, and largest city of Lebanon. It is located on the Mediterranean coast at the foot of the Lebanon Mountains. It served as an economic, social, …

Nov 8, 2023 · Right on the Mediterranean, Beirut isn’t just about the iconic landmarks like Raouche Rocks. It’s where centuries-old traditions meet modern-day life. It’s where you can …

Beirut is the capital of Lebanon. It is one of the richest and oldest continuously inhabited cities of the world. It is on a hilly promontory on the eastern Mediterranean surrounded to the east by …

Sep 8, 2023 · Jutting out into the Mediterranean, Beirut is encircled by sandy beaches, limestone cliffs and soaring mountains. Its rich natural surroundings stand in stark contrast to the chaotic …

Often called "Paris of the Middle East", Beirut is a thriving hotspot for shopping, socializing and sightseeing, despite many wars and unrest. The city has been rebuilt several times, with …

Lebanon, country consisting of a narrow strip of territory on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea. It is one of the world’s smaller sovereign states. The capital is Beirut. …

Located on a peninsula that extends west at the midpoint of Lebanon 's coastline with the Mediterranean Sea, Beirut serves as the country's main seaport and forms the Beirut District.

Dec 4, 2018 · Visit the city that got its groove back. Beirut, the city of contrasts, where the jacaranda flowers and oleander fill the streets and gardens of old, crumbling French-style …

May 30, 2017 · Beirut, the Capital of Lebanon and its largest city, is a hub of culture and history. The city has survived the ravages of time and war, but there’s still much to see. Here are our …