7 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT LEBANON

Lebanon is an undiscovered little gem in the Middle East that is nothing like what Westerners imagine of a typical Middle Eastern country. Being home to more than 6.8 million people, Lebanon is a half Christian, half Muslim country with an incredibly rich history and stunning nature. An absolutely enchanted corner of the Mediterranean, there are many reasons why you should travel to Lebanon. The food is legendary, its stormy past, too. There are countless things to do in Lebanon, many places to visit, people to meet and stories to tell.

For now, keep reading for some inspiration on why visit Lebanon and what to do.

STUNNING BEACHES

Lebanon has a long coastline alongside the Mediterranean which means that Lebanon has some of the most beautiful beaches in the Middle East. If you are not residing at a beach resort, the best public liberal beaches in Lebanon are located in Southern Lebanon in the city of Tyre.

The dreamy beaches with white sand and crystal clear water with fresh and delicious food is a nod for you to visit Lebanon

FASCINATING LANDSCAPE

The fascinating landscapes are to die for.

  • the 210 km (130.49 mi) long shoreline, rocky in the north and sandy in the south, including several bays and islands

  • the narrow coastal plain, approximately 3 km (1.86 mi) wide

  • the western Mount Lebanon range

  • the Beqaa Valley and the eastern Anti-Lebanon mountains

This makes Lebanon a compact place to experience different climates in one place.

ANCIENT HISTORY

Lebanon is one of the oldest countries in the world that has been mentioned in different religious and historical books throughout history. Most of the ancient civilizations have left their trace in Lebanon. There are countless Roman ruins around the cities, each having a uniquely fascinating story behind them. Welcome to one of the cradles of our modern world. In Lebanon, an endless number of civilizations have left their footprint, to the extent that, today, we find here one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world, Byblos, the place where the first inscriptions containing the modern Western alphabet were found. One of the most fascinating reasons to travel to Lebanon.

BEIRUT

Lebanese people are known as the party people with an average Lebanese usually having fun at least once per week. Endless hipster-like cafés where Western-looking Lebanese meet for coffee. Art galleries where artists from all over the world gather to chat over a glass of wine or beer.

Crowds of young Arabs drinking in the middle of the street. Go to Gemmayzeh, the trendy neighborhood of Beirut and, for a moment, you will forget that you are in the heart of one of the most turbulent areas of the planet. Once you arrive there, you will discover the happy nights under all the daily stresses and challenges that the Western media mostly focuses on.

FAMOUS CUISINE

Lebanese cuisine is a mixture of Middle Eastern and French cuisine and are unbelievably delicious. The most famous Lebanese dishes are:

  • Maneesh: an Arabic version of a flatbread pizza, mostly served for breakfast.

  • Hummus: a Middle Eastern dip, spread, or savory dish made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic.

  • Baba Ghannouj: Mashed cooked eggplant mixed with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and various seasonings.

  • Tabbouli: A delicious fresh salad, made of finely chopped parsley, with tomatoes, mint, onion, bulgur, and seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and sweet pepper.

Are you convinced or do we need to give you more reasons?

AMAZING WINE

Lebanon is one of the oldest places in the world that continuously has wine production. Most of the major wineries have their vineyards in the southern Beqaa Valley.

The largest and one of the oldest wineries in Lebanon (Est. 1857) is Château Ksara which holds about 70% of Lebanon’s wine production. Driving in Lebanon as a tourist could be risky since the driving culture is nothing like what Western tourists are used to. So, it is better to book tours for visiting sightseeing places throughout the country.

SHOPPING PARADISE

Lebanon has a good variety of shopping stores. From the world-famous luxurious brands such as Burberry, Chanel, and Dior to affordable handcrafts of Lebanese artists. If you’re a shopping lover and looking for a luxury shopping experience in Lebanon, visit the big malls like ABC Mall or City Centre Beirut, or City Mall for more affordability. Both of these shopping complexes are beautiful and will satisfy your shopping fever.

To experience traditional ways of shopping that are still somewhat more common among Lebanese people, visit a Souk (bazaar in Arabic) like Souk El Tayeb where you can find local products at very affordable prices.