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Lebanon (country) (Arabic Lubnan), republic
on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea in Southwest Asia. Lebanon’s
coastal location, high mountain backbone, and climate have greatly influenced
the country’s history, peoples, and economy. The coastal area of present-day
Lebanon was settled more than 7,000 years ago and later evolved as the heart of
seafaring Phoenicia. To help conduct their sea
trade, the Phoenicians developed the first alphabet and colonized the western
Mediterranean. In the early centuries ad,
a largely Christian population and culture arose, which later blended
with—though was not overwhelmed by—Islamic influences.
Following
centuries of Ottoman control, France ruled Lebanon under a League of Nations
mandate after the Ottoman Empire was defeated in World War I (1914-1918). During
World War II (1939-1945) Lebanon became an independent republic and for three
decades prospered under a free-market economy.
However, the country experienced increasing hostility among rival religious
groups, especially between Christians and Muslims. These and other domestic
tensions, intensified by foreign influences, erupted into the devastating
Lebanese Civil War (1975-1990). Beirut is Lebanon’s
capital, principal port, and largest city.
Notre Dame of Lebanon (harisa)
Greeting
sea fares to the Port of Jounieh is Our Lady of Harissa, a white-washed statue
towering above the area from its 600 meter high mountain perch. The Basilica and
statue are accessible from Jounieh via the Telepherique (suspended cable car),
which is open all year round a.
During the summer season, a night
time ascent and descent gives you a remarkable sparkling view of the
Jounieh
and bay area. During the spring and early summer months, you can leave a balmy
sunny day along the cost and arrive at a fog enshrouded terminal building on the
top.
Jounieh
18 km north of
Beirut is Jounieh;
the playground of the Middle East as described by "The Washington Post" few
years ago. Jounieh offers some of the best of Lebanon in the following
categories: Hotels, Motels, Restaurants, Theaters, Cinemas, Nightclubs,
Super-Shows, Cabarets, Chalets, Sports Clubs, Beach Clubs, Amusement Centers,
Art Galleries, etc.
Beautifully located on the majestic Bay of Jounieh on the sea coast of the
Mediterranean. This is the city of ancient civilizations and a modern business
center for the today visionary entrepreneur. Come and experience the excitement,
you will be delighted to visit Jounieh the hub of cultures and civilization.
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