Lebanon Today
Maya Chedraoui
General Information
Borders
North/East-Syria
South-Israel
West-Mediterranean Sea
Capital
Beirut
Population
4,461,385
President
Tammam Salam
Language
Arabic (official)
French & English (widely used)
Landscape
Mediterranean Sea
Borders Lebanon from the West.
Lebanese Mountain Range
Southwest-northeast-trending mountain range that forms the majority of the border between Syria and Lebanon.
Bekaa Valley
One of Lebanon's most important farming regions.
Monuments and Landmarks
Pigeons' Rock
Natural rock landmark located in Raouché.
Ruins of Umayyad
Eighth century stronghold located in the city of Anjar.
Our Lady of Lebanon
Mother Mary statue in Harissa.
FOOD
Mediterranean Diet
Lebanese cuisine includes an abundance of starches, whole grain, fruits, vegetables, fresh fish, and seafood. Olive oil, herbs, garlic, and lemon are typical flavors found in these dishes.
Music and Dancing
Dabke
Modern Arab folk circle/line dance.
Mijwiz
Single reed instrument.
Tablah
Hand drum.