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Visiting Beirut, Lebanon


Often called "Paris of the Middle East", Beirut is a thriving hotspot for shopping, socializing and sightseeing, despite many wars and unrest. The city has been rebuilt several times, with modern architecture sharing space with Ottoman and colonial French buildings. Bustling streets such as Hamra and Ashrafieh provide hopping nightlife while the National Museum and the Gibran Museum give visitors a taste of the city's history. The Corniche is the place for activities like jogging and biking.
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60°F 15°C
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Dec
64°F 17°C
54°F 12°C
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61°F 16°C
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Bella Riva

Nov 6, 2009

We arrived late into Beirut.... After the five hour flight and the ordeal that is Beirut traffic, we were both ready to collapse into bed. Check in was quick and efficient - even with the language...more

Leila

5 of 5 stars
Istanbul, Turkey
Nov 3, 2009

The restaurant serves one of the best Lebanese food in town. Fanstastic decor, atmosphere, food is excellent, clientele is faboluous, very trendy and upscale restaurant. Also sheesha serving....more

Sofitel Le Gabriel Beyrouth

5 of 5 stars
California
Nov 3, 2009

I travel all around the Middle East since it is my sales territory. I have stayed in many hotels but nothing compares to the comfort, cleanliness and service to the Sofitel Le Gabriel. I have been...more

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