General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
| Currency | Lebanese Pound |
| Main religion | Islam |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 49.7% |
| Gdp | $56.6 billion |
| Size | 10,452 km² |
| Population | 6,825,442 |
| Population density | 655/km² |
| Kids per female | 1.69 |
| City population | 86.6% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 13∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Arabic |
| Population able to read | 97.3% |
| Population with a college degree | 37% |
| Population able to speak english | 40% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 65 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 4.2/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Middle East Airlines |
| Main airport | Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $3 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $400/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $1.50/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 11% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $8000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 18.49/MBits |
| Tld | .lb |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 75% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 65% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type F, Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 8:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Souq.com |
| Supermarket | Spinneys |
| Pharmacy | Pharmaline |
| Drugstore | Boots |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 2:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 6/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 7/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Basketball |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Kibbeh | A meatball made of ground lamb or beef, bulgur, and spices, often stuffed with pine nuts and pomegranate seeds | $5-10 |
| Hummus | A dip made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic | $3-5 |
| Baba ghanoush | A dip made from roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic | $3-5 |
| Tabbouleh | A salad made from bulgur, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, parsley, and mint | $5-7 |
| Fattoush | A salad made from tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, radishes, and toasted pita bread | $5-7 |
| Shawarma | A sandwich made from grilled meat, vegetables, and tahini sauce | $5-7 |
| Falafel | A deep-fried ball made from chickpeas, fava beans, or both | $3-5 |
| Baklava | A pastry made from layers of filo dough, nuts, and honey | $5-7 |
| Kanafeh | A pastry made from shredded filo dough, cheese, and syrup | $5-7 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Arak | A clear, anise-flavored spirit | 10-15 |
| Beer | Local and imported beers are widely available | 5-10 |
| Wine | Lebanon produces a variety of red, white, and rosé wines | 15-25 |
| Jallab | A sweet, molasses-based drink flavored with grape juice and rose water | 2-3 |
| Ayran | A yogurt-based drink | 2-3 |
| Sahlab | A warm, milky drink made with sahlab powder (orchid root) | 3-5 |
| Tea | Black tea is the most popular type of tea in Lebanon | 2-3 |
| Coffee | Lebanese coffee is strong and flavorful | 2-3 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Cedarwood carvings | Intricate carvings made from the wood of the Lebanese cedar tree | $10-$50 |
| Narghile (water pipe) | A traditional Middle Eastern smoking device | $20-$100 |
| Phoenician glass | Colorful and intricate glasswork inspired by ancient Phoenician designs | $15-$75 |
| Olive oil soap | Natural soap made from olive oil, known for its moisturizing properties | $5-$20 |
| Lebanese sweets | Baklava, maamoul, and other traditional Lebanese desserts | $10-$25 per box |
| Wine | Lebanon is known for its wine production, with a variety of red, white, and rosé wines available | $15-$50 per bottle |
| Arak | A traditional Lebanese anise-flavored spirit | $20-$40 per bottle |
| Pottery | Handcrafted pottery with traditional Lebanese designs | $10-$50 |
| Jewelry | Gold, silver, and gemstone jewelry inspired by Lebanese culture | $50-$500 |
| Textiles | Woven fabrics, embroidered linens, and other textiles with traditional Lebanese patterns | $20-$100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Eid al-Fitr | End of Ramadan | Celebrates the end of the month of fasting |
| Eid al-Adha | 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah | Celebrates the sacrifice of Ibrahim |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Independence Day | November 22 | Celebrates the independence of Lebanon from France |
| Christmas | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | An-Nahar |
| Online news | MTV News |
| Tv | MTV |
| Radio | Radio Liban |