Did you Know?
- Lebanon has a population of about 4million people in the country, and 10 million Lebanese abroad!
- Lebanon is the only nation that carries its ancient name.
- The Arabic name for Lebanon is Lubnan which means white - symbolizing the snow's color on its mountains.
- Lebanon's first inhabitants were the Phoenicians.
- Phoenician cities included Byblos, Baalbek and Tyre. These ancient cities are inscribed on the World Heritage List.
- The Phoenicians were famous for producing glass, purple dye and cedar wood, as well as the invention of the alphabet.
- Lebanon's symbol is the Cedar tree found on its flag.
- Lebanon's Cedars were used as building materials in ancient times.
- The world's first and most important law school was established in Berytus, today known as Beirut.
- In the seventh century, the Christian sect that became the Maronite Church took refuge in the mountains after the Islamic invasion.
- Lebanon was under Ottoman rule for 400 years.
- The French, and Syrians were on Lebanese territory for quite sometime as well, leading to today's diverse culture.
- Most Lebanese people are multi-lingual, with French and English ranking second after Arabic.
- 40% ofthe Lebanese are Christians, being the only Arab country with such a high number.
- Lebanon has 15 rivers flowing from its mountains.
- Beirut alone has over 250 nightclubs.
We at Beirut Urban Adventures are a group of dynamic people committed to showing you what a vacation in Lebanon is all about. We aim to provide every you with a great time from the moment you step off the plane until the time you pack up and go. Walk on the clean shores of Lebanon, carpeting the Mediterranean waters, visit all the historical areas in the city that has been broken down several times, yet still stands strong, enjoy the architectural beauty, the hospitable people, the trendy shopping, and the crazy nightlife!
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