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Lebanon

Beirut is a Mediterranean capital of layers: Phoenician sarcophagi in the National Museum, Ottoman lanes in Gemmayzeh, a rebuilt downtown of souks and squares, and a Corniche where the whole city walks at sunset. This guide covers the essentials, from the Pigeon Rocks and the Sursock Museum to walking, street food and cooking experiences, then opens out to the classic day trips: the glowing caves of Jeita, the Lady of Lebanon at Harissa, the ancient harbour of Byblos, the Roman temples of Baalbek, Beiteddine Palace, the Cedars of God and the Phoenician ports of Sidon and Tyre. It also matches you to the right hotel, from waterfront luxury and boutique stays in Gemmayzeh to a beach resort and Hamra aparthotels. Conditions in the region can change, so check your government's current travel advice and confirm that tours and sites are running before you book.