The Pearl of the Middle East” is a bewildering balance of cultures and faiths.Beirut, picturesquely perched over the Mediterranean Peninsula, serves as the country’s largest seaport. The heart of Beirut, Downtown should be the starting point of your visit since its sits in the center of the city. After the Lebanese War, Beirut rose from the rubble to retain its reputation as “Paris of the East”. You can spend your days touring archaeological treasures at museums, shop for your own treasures or people watch along the Corniche. Beirut at night offers you clubs along the Rue Monot or a moonlight view at Pigeon Rocks for a secluded repose.
Beirut’s Highlights:
Jeita Grotto: Adventure and caves for the explorer in you. Take time to appreciate the natural marvel present in this limestone caves where you could find whimsical rock formations of varying sizes, shapes and colors.
Hippodrome:A home to widely held horse races, the Hippodrome is a place for tourists who have a special love for horses as well as gambling. With free entrance in the afternoon, sightseers would surely love this place.
Pigeon Rocks: On the seafront of Beirut lie two solid rocks which stand like two giant coastguards. A sunset over Pigeon Rocks will leave you breathless.
Raouche: One of the highlights of Beirut with luxurious houses, various restaurants and outdoor cafe;s along the wide, seaside walk.
Corniche: A simple stroll down Corniche will lead you to one of the busiest areas in Beirut. People flock here to jog, people watch or just to enjoy the spectacular sight of Mount Lebanon along the Mediterranean.
National Museum of Beirut: As the principal museum of archaeology in Lebanon, this building is the home of a collection of 100,000 antique objects from the Phoenician days.
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