LEBANON
Language → Arabic
Population (around) → 6,775,398
Currency → Lebanese pound (LBP) £
General weather Overview
Lebanon’s climate is subtropical, making it suitable for travel almost all year round. Summers are hot and dry, with chilly and damp winters. Even during the summer, mountain places tend to be cooler than other areas.The intensity of rain is only slightly higher during a few humid months. Winter rains are much heavier than they are at the shore, mainly on the western slope, which is directly exposed to ocean currents. The temperature drops depending on the mountain’s altitude; most mountains get a lot of snow during winter
Cities
Beirut / Capital – Baalbek – Batroun – Byblos – Ehden – Harissa – Laqlouq
Fun facts
- The Jeita Grotto is a system of two separate but interconnected karst limestone caves that stretch for a total of almost 9 kilometers. Few caves in the world come close to the amazing richness or scale of Jeita. In these caves and galleries, known to man since the Paleolithic Age, the action of the water has created cathedral-like vaults beneath the forested hills of Mount Lebanon
- Lebanon is the smallest recognized country in the entire continental Asian continent
- The name Lebanon comes from the Semitic word "lbn" meaning "white" in reference to the snow-capped Mount Lebanon
Some popular local foods
Kibbeh, Kafta, Kanafeh, Hummus, Rice Pilaf, Fattoush, Manakish,
Tabbouleh, Sfeeha
Some native animals:
Striped hyena, Red fox, Wild boar, Wild goat, European Roe Deer, Rock
hyrax, Wild cat
Couple of reasons to visit
- Explore the rich history! Lebanon is one of the oldest countries in the world that has been mentioned in various religious and historical books. Most ancient civilizations have left their mark on Lebanon. Roman ruins are innumerable around the cities, each with a unique and fascinating story
- Discover unmatched nightlife! Lebanese people are known as the party people. Whether it’s a family gathering, or the nightclubs, concerts, and more, there are hundreds of incredible bars, clubs, rooftops, and beach parties to take part in, with loads of different scenes and vibes to choose from
- Lebanon has a long coastline alongside the Mediterranean which means that Lebanon has some of the most beautiful beaches in the Middle East. Reside at a beach resort and explore the many water activities available such as jet skiing, boating, parasailing and so much more
- Lebanon is one of the oldest places in the world to continuously produce wine. Visit the many vineyards, and have a wine tasting tour in beautiful gardens or unique bars with gorgeous panoramic views
