BEIRUT

1. Beirut is the capital of Lebanon

2. Main Language is Arabic and French and English phrases are also used. The use of the French
language is a legacy of the time of the French Crusades.
3. Currency: Lebanese pound (LBP).
1 LBP = 0.034 PHP
4. Flag carrier: Middle East Airlines (MEA)

FACTS

1. Beirut is the 10th most popular shopping destination in the world.

2. The 1st law school in the world was built in Lebanon, in Downtown Beirut.
3. Beirut was destroyed and rebuilt 7 times, this is why it’s compared to The Phoenix.
4. Beirut is sometimes referred to as the Paris of the Mediterranean because of its unique
architectural mix of Ottoman, colonial French, and modern influences.

ATTRACTIONS

1. Nijmeh Square - In the heart of Beirut, Nijmeh Square was part of the extensive reconstruction
Beirut underwent after the civil war. Home to the parliament, two cathedrals and a museum,
the square is one of Beirut’s activity hubs.
2. Pigeon Rocks, Raouche - Pigeon Rocks are a Lebanese natural treasure. In the area surrounding
the rocks, evidence of ancient human existence in Lebanon has been found.
3. Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque - Also referred to as the Blue Mosque, this marvel is located in
Downtown Beirut. It was built after the donation of the Late Prime Minister Rafik Hariri and
continues to be a symbol of his work.