Lebanon
Lebanon, a country in western Asia, lies on the Mediterranean Sea, bordering Syria and Israel. The capital is Beirut, home to more than 2 million people. The official language is Arabic, with French as an additional language. Lebanon is a parliamentary republic with a president elected every 6 years. Its main cities are Tripoli, Zahle, Sidon, Baalbek and Tyre. A mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks means the best time to visit is spring and autumn, when temperatures are mild. The currency is the Lebanese pound.
