Country Name:

Lebanon

Geographical Area:

10,452 sq km

Population:

4.2 million (World Bank, 2009)

Capital City:

Beirut

People:

Arabs, Kurds and Armenians

Language :

The official language is Arabic, however French and English are widely spoken

Religion:

Islam and Christianity are the main religions

Government Type:

Republic

Independence:

22 November 1943

National Holiday:

Independence Day, 22 November (1943)

Visas:

All nationalities need a valid visa upon entering Lebanon

Health Risks:

Vaccinations recommended for polio, tetanus and typhoid

Time Zone:

GMT/UTC + 2 hours

Currency:

Lebanese Pound (L£)

Weights & Measures:

Metric

National Airport:

Beirut Intl. (BEY), Beirut

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