Lebanon, officially known as the Lebanese Republic, is a country in Western Asia. It is bordered by Syria to the north and east and Israel to the south, while Cyprus is west across the Mediterranean Sea
Lebanon is a mostly mountainous country, east, and west, separated by the fertile Bekaa Valley. A narrow coastal strip of land fronts the Mediterranean Sea. The Lebanon Mountains are central and west, while the Anti-Lebanon Mountains stretch across its eastern border with Syria.
Key Cities
Key cities in Lebanon include: Beirut, Tripoli, Sidon, Tyre, Nabatiye et Tahta, Habbouch, Djounie, Zahle, Baalbek, and En Naqoura
Historical, Cultural facts & Religion
The history of Lebanon covers the history of the modern Republic of Lebanon and the earlier emergence of Greater Lebanon under the French Mandate for Syria and Lebanon, as well as the previous history of the region, covered by the modern state.
The culture of Lebanon and the Lebanese people emerged from various civilizations over thousands of years. It was home to the Phoenicians and was subsequently conquered and occupied by the Assyrians, the Greeks, the Romans, the Persians, the Arabs, the Crusaders, the Ottoman Turks and the French.
Brief Country History
Lebanon officially referred to as the Lebanese Republic is an independent nation in Western Asia. Syria borders it to the east and north and Israel to the south, and Cyprus is located west across the Mediterranean Sea. The country’s position at the crossroads of the Arabian hinterland and the Mediterranean Basin facilitated its rich history and forged a cultural identity of ethnic and religious diversity.
The earliest evidence of human existence in Lebanon goes back to over seven thousand years, preceding recorded history. Lebanon was home to the Canaanites and the Phoenicians and their kingdoms made up a maritime culture that thrived for more than a thousand years (1550-539 BC). In 64 BC, the country came under the Roman Empire rule, and ultimately became one of the Empire’s leading Christianity centers. The Maronite Church, a monastic tradition, was established in the Mount Lebanon range during this era. Arab Muslims, later on, conquered the area, but the Maronites were able to hold onto their religion. A new religious group was, however, established in Mount Lebanon. This was known as the Druze and it lasted for centuries. The Maronites were able to re-establish contact with the Roman Catholic Church during the Crusades. They also affirmed their communion with Rome, and the relations they forged with the Latins have had an influence on the country into the modern era.
Language (s) Written & Spoken
Lebanon’s official national language is Arabic as stated in Article 11 of Lebanon’s constitution. Moreover, there are several various languages that are fluently spoken and used all over the country. The other dominant languages are Arabic spoke in North Laventine dialect, English, Armenian, French and Kurdish.
Important Types of Commerce in Lebanon
Lebanon is a small Middle Eastern country with a long and tumultuous history dating back many thousands of years. In its modern form, the nation of Lebanon covers a total land area of 3,950 square miles and shares a land border with both Syria and Israel. Based on information from the United Nations, the country is home to a population of approximately 6,073,284 people with a density of 1,536 residents per square mile.
Due to factors such as political upheaval (i.e., the 2006 Lebanon War) the nation’s economy has experienced its share of financial instability and insecurity. The country’s government ascribes to a so-called laissez-faire approach to economic issues and encourages free markets and private ownership. Among the biggest industries in Lebanon include banking, tourism, agriculture, education, and communication.
Among the biggest industries in Lebanon include banking, tourism, agriculture, education, and communication. Banking. The robust banking industry in Lebanon is responsible for approximately eight percent of the nation’s GDP (gross domestic product). Tourism. Agriculture. Education. Communication.
Language Services US and others will provide working with Lebanon
Lebanon is attracting foreign investors through its Foreign Direct Investment policy more than ever. The importance of translation and localization of Arabic, Armenian, French, or Kurdish is increasing at a rapid pace. Arabic, Armenian, French or Kurdish translation is an important aspect to consider to reach the wider audience and localizing technical documentation, writing and editing sales and marketing literature, or editing Amharic software, copyright, trademark and patent applications, partnership and employment agreements, mergers, acquisitions and incorporations, trusts and wills.
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