Lebanon - Country Details

Basic Information

Capital

Beirut

Region

Asia / Western Asia

Population

5,898,001

Area

10,452 km²

Currencies

Lebanese pound (ل.ل)

Languages

Arabic

About country

Lebanon is a country in the Levant region of West Asia, situated at the crossroads of the Mediterranean Basin and the Arabian Peninsula. Its history stretches back to 5000 BC, with periods under Phoenician, Roman, and Arab Islamic rule. The country experienced the establishment of Crusader states and later came under Ottoman control for centuries. Modern Lebanon gained independence in the 20th century, but has faced periods of civil war and political instability. Today, Lebanon's economy relies on sectors like tourism, agriculture, and banking, despite ongoing challenges.