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    Beirut is Lebanon's seat of government and plays a central role in the Lebanese economy, with many banks and corporations based in the city. Beirut is an important seaport for the country and region, and rated a Beta + World City by the Globalization and World Cities Research Network.

  2. 2 days ago · Beirut, capital, chief port, and largest city of Lebanon. It is located on the Mediterranean coast at the foot of the Lebanon Mountains. It served as an economic, social, intellectual, and cultural hub of the Arab Middle East until 1975, when the city was ravaged by the country’s 15-year civil war.

  3. Sep 8, 2023 · Jutting out into the Mediterranean, Beirut is encircled by sandy beaches, limestone cliffs and soaring mountains. Its rich natural surroundings stand in stark contrast to the chaotic cityscape that defines Beirut, with its imposing apartment blocks and historic houses, all bundled together.

  4. Dec 4, 2018 · Beirut is famous for the innovative and elegant taste and style of the city and its inhabitants. Blak&Co is a one-stop shop for cool decor, where an Italian glass floor light or marble table will bring all the texture, colour and chic your home needs.

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  5. Beirut thrived as a major commercial and tourist center of the Middle East. It was a top destination among wealthy Arabs and European tourists, due to Beirut's unique geography, climate, diverse culture, and freedom. Beirut was seen as the "European gateway to the Middle East" and vice versa, and was often called the "Paris of the Middle East".

  6. Discover the best attractions, restaurants, shops and nightlife in Lebanon's capital. From the Roman ruins of Baalbek to the underground club B018, Beirut offers a feast for all senses and appetites.

  7. If you’re looking for the real East-meets-West so talked about in the Middle East, you need look no further than Beirut. Fast-paced, fashion-conscious and overwhelmingly friendly, it's not a relaxing city to spend time in – it's too crowded, polluted and chaotic for that – but its energy, soul, diversity and intoxicating atmosphere make ...

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