Explore LEBANON

CULTURE + HISTORY

Emerged from various civilizations

Discover the Lebanese culture by visiting some of the worlds most treasured sites. Dive right into the ancient world by exploring these incredible archeological sites from the Bronze age to the Phoenicians, the Romans and in between.

Architecture

Notable for culture and history, Lebanon is home to some pretty impressive architecture. We’re talking temples, castles, churches, mosques, hotels, museums, government buildings, souks, residential palaces you name it! Architecture of Lebanon dates back to cultural and religious influences of the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Umayyads, Crusaders, Mamluks, Ottomans and French. Today Lebanon is a mix of the old and the new including modern and contemporary architecture.

Religion

Lebanon is a diverse middle eastern country located on the crest of the Mediterranean. Home to mainly Christians, Muslims and Druze it’s comprised of 18 different religious sects.

Music & The Arts

Known as a hot spot in the Middle East for music, the arts and entertainment Beirut was declared by UNESCO as the cultural capital of the Arab world. From song and dance to live performances and festivals, painting to writing and theater Lebanon has a uniqueness like no other.