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I only spent five days in Lebanon - after Syria it was very expensive and very Westernized, and crossing the border was a bit of a reverse culture shock. There were banks! There was McDonalds, and a Starbucks! The first day was spent in a kind of daze, doing lots of things not available in Syria, but soon the attraction of a Western lifestyle wore off and I began to notice the scars of the 17 year long war. After 3 days I moved on to <a href="http://www.virtualtourist.com/m/.133814/202/?s=x">Tarablus (Tripoli)</a> in the north, and unfortunately the money was used up a little too quickly so I had to return back to Damascus early without seeing any more of this beautiful country.

If you're interested in learning Arabic, please see my <a href="http://www.virtualtourist.com/m/.133814/7/?s=Q">Middle East</a> page for details

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I've also written a review of Beirut on my "other site" on epinions.com...click <a href="http://www.epinions.com/content_68901113476">here</a> to read it...

Ever fancied a trip to a place with no problems? Try <a href="http://www.lebanon-tourism.gov.lb/">The Lebanese Tourist Board!</a>

  • Last visit to Beirut: Apr 2000
  • Intro Written Sep 11, 2002
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Beirut has a reputation as... - Beirut Beirut has a reputation as... Nightlife (1)

Beirut has a reputation as something of a party city, but travelling on my own, I didn't feel like going out at night... more travel advice

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Take a walk south from Raouche along the beach. This will bring you to some of the poorer suburbs, near to the infamous... more travel advice

From Damascus, it is only 3... - Beirut From Damascus, it is only 3... Transportation (1)

From Damascus, it is only 3 hours by service taxi, and the border was very quick when I went, although it is an idea to... more travel advice

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