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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › History_of_BeirutHistory of Beirut - Wikipedia

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   5 days ago · From 1110 to 1291, the town and Lordship of Beirut was part of the Kingdom of Jerusalem. The city was taken by Saladin in 1187 and recaptured in 1197 by Henry I of Brabant as part of the German Crusade of 1197. John of Ibelin, known as the Old Lord of Beirut, was granted the lordship of the city in 1204.

3. thisisbeirut.com.lb › culture › 258822Exploring Photography's Diversity at 'Beirut Photo' 2024

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   1 day ago · 00:00. 00:00. Supported by the BERYT project and the Institut Français du Liban, Beirut Photo returns this year to Beirut from June 3 to 9, 2024, offering a dynamic and inclusive platform for both amateur and professional photographers. Beirut Photo festival expands its activities thanks to the Beirut Center for Photography (BCP) and SOURA ...

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   What is Beirut known for?

   • Prior to the outbreak of the war in 1975, modern Beirut had widely become known as the region’s commercial and cultural capital. The lively and cosmopolitan city served as the gateway to and from the Middle East and offered a home to the Arab world’s leading banks and financial institutions.

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   Where is Beirut located?

   • Beirut I ( Minet el-Hosn) was listed as "the town of Beirut" ( French: Beyrouth ville) by Louis Burkhalter and said to be on the beach near the Orient and Bassoul hotels on the Avenue des Français in central Beirut. The site was discovered by Lortet in 1894 and discussed by Godefroy Zumoffen in 1900.

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   Why is Beirut known as the 'Paris of the east'?

   • During the 1960s, Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, was known as the “Paris of the East” due to its image as a playground for the world’s most affluent tourists. 18. Legend has it that Beirut has been rebuilt from the ashes seven times, making it an “urban phoenix in mythology”.

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   How far is Beirut from the city center?

   • The city center is easily accessible from all parts of Beirut including the adjacent port and the international airport. Major roads form its boundaries to the east, south and west, or line its 1.5 kilometer (0.93 mile) seafront to the north.

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5. www.newsargus.com › news › nationalBeirut design fair reborn after four years of economic crisis

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   2 days ago · A Beirut design fair has made a comeback after Lebanon's economic meltdown forced a four-year hiatus, with some pieces on display in spaces devastated in a deadly 2020 port explosion. Originally published on doc.afp.com, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange .

6. www.peek.com › beirut-beirut-governorate-lebanon › rBeirut Walking Tour: Discover Hidden Gems with Local Guides ...

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   1 day ago · Embark on a Beirut walking tour and uncover the hidden gems of Lebanon. Explore ancient cities and tourist spots with knowledgeable local guides and fully equipped cars. Join us now!

7. factsinstitute.com › countries › facts-about-lebanon25 Interesting Facts About Lebanon - The Facts Institute

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   5 days ago · 17. During the 1960s, Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, was known as the “Paris of the East” due to its image as a playground for the world’s most affluent tourists. Beirut (Shutterstock) 18. According to legend, Beirut has been resurrected from its ruins seven times, earning it the nickname, the “urban phoenix of mythology.” 19.

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8. www.solidere.com › urban-overview › master-planMaster Plan | Solidere

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   May 17, 2024 · Creates a vibrant, 24-hour active downtown. The master plan is conceived not as a single, homogeneous central district but as a cluster of city quarters or sectors. It capitalizes on the inherent values of the site. Reflecting the site topography and natural features, street patterns, past neighborhood structure, and concentrations of preserved ...

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   2 days ago · Beirut city center enjoys a privileged position at the heart of Lebanon's capital, on a beautiful site commanding fine views of the Mediterranean, and hills and mountains across the bay. The city center is easily accessible from all parts of Beirut including the adjacent port and the international airport. Major roads form its boundaries to the ...