Lebanon borders 2 countries by land.
Beirut has been continuously inhabited for over 5,000 years.
Lebanon’s highest mountain is located east of the Beqaa Valley.
The cedar tree on Lebanon’s flag has been used as a symbol since Phoenician times.
Snow falls in Lebanon during winter.
Lebanon is the largest country by area on the eastern Mediterranean coast.
The Litani River flows from Lebanon into another country.
Lebanon was once part of the French Mandate after World War I.
Phoenician city-states located in modern Lebanon were major Mediterranean trading powers.
Lebanon shares a land border with Jordan.
The Lebanese parliament reserves seats based on religious affiliation.
Lebanon is a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
The Lebanese pound is officially pegged to the euro
Lebanon’s coastline stretches for over 200 kilometers.
Qurnat as Sawda is the highest point in Lebanon.
Lebanon gained independence in 1943.
Arabic is Lebanon’s only official language.
Lebanon is one of the founding members of the United Nations.
Lebanon has more Mediterranean coastline than Syria.
Lebanese cuisine is known for heavy use of olive oil, garlic, and herbs.