Beirut Vacations, Beirut Vacation Reviews, Tourism Guide

Beirut Vacation Guide

Beirut is the capital of Lebanon, located on the edge of a small peninsula on the Mediterranean Sea. More than half of the Lebanese population resides in Beirut, and it is quite a melting pot for all Lebanese coming from towns, villages, and cities, and originating from many confessions and religions and backgrounds. The city is known for its vibrant nightlife, and more of a "city that never sleeps" than anything else. Bars and night clubs are up and running until 5AM and more every day of the week, and a breakfast at one of Beirut's many hangouts is not unheard of at the wee hours of the morning. The city has gone through 15 years of war, during which the Lebanese continued to have a good time despite all the hardships, mostly because of their love for life. Afterwards, the Downtown area, mostly run down during the war because of its location at the middle of two warring factions, was reconstructed and is now a meeting spot for tourists and locals alike, and a place vibrant with cafes and the likes. Beirutis are mostly friendly, though the topic of religion and politics is a sensitive one, and you should steer clear from that. Most people in Beirut speak at least two languages, and the two main languages are French and English. Everyone from your cab driver to your waiter will be able to communicate with you, even if you dont know the official language, which is Arabic. Beirut is a diverse experience, from its sidewalk cafes to its beach destinations.