Beirut is the capital and largest metropolitan of Lebanon. No recent population survey has been conducted, but in 2007 it estimates ranged from slightly more than 1 million to 2.4 million as part of Greater Beirut. Beirut situated on a peninsula at the midpoint of Lebanon's Mediterranean coast, Beirut is the country's largest and main harbour with lots of ships coming in and out daily. Beirut also is one of the oldest cities in the world, having been inhabited for more than approximate 5,100 years. The first historical mention of Beirut is starting in the Amarna letters from the New Kingdom of Egypt, which date to the 15th century BC. Beirut is Lebanon's government and plays an essential role in the Lebanese economy, with most of the banks and corporations based in its Central areas such as Badaro, Rue Verdun, Hamra, Ryad el Soloh street, and Achrafieh. Following the damaging Lebanese Civil War, Beirut's cultural landscape underwent a major restoration process.

Airport in Beirut

Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport

The airport also well known as Beirut International Airport that located 10 kilometres (6 mi) from the city center in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon. It is the only operational commercial airport in the country. It is the center for Lebanon's national carrier, Middle East Airlines which are also known as MEA. It is also the center for the Lebanese charter carrier Wings of Lebanon and was the center for the Lebanese cargo carrier TMA cargo before it shut down. Beirut airport is the primary port of entry into the country along with the Port of Beirut. The airport is secured and worked by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The airport is wonderful and gets an attraction from visitors all around the world. The airport also provides land public transportation for peoples to use in and out from the airport to other places in Beirut. There is many flights daily that fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport such as from Oman Air, Etihad, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines.

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When is the Best Time to Fly to Beirut

The suitable time to visit Beirut in Lebanon is from March until December when you will have a pleasant or warm temperature and less rainfall. The highest average temperature in Beirut is approximate 31°C, which is in July and the lowest is 16°C, which is in January. The water temperature is between approximately 18.5°C and 31°C. The weather and climate of Beirut are suitable for a sun holiday and visitors can enjoy all day long in Beirut. Don't forget to bring SPF lotion when going out of the hotels to protect the skins from UV radiation. Travelers also must bring suitable cloth during visiting Beirut since it is sunny and windy.

What are the Top 3 Things to Do in Beirut

National Museum of Beirut - The museum situated on Museum Street, Bayrut, Lebanon and first open in 1942 to the public. Their operating daily except on Monday from 9.00 AM until 5.00 PM. The museum is the principal museum of archaeology in Lebanon and has around approximately 100,000 historical artifacts with antiquities and medieval finds from excavations undertaken by the Directorate General of Antiquities. Visitors will be amazed by the historical museum. The museum's Egyptian Revival building and its collection suffered widespread damage in the war, but last-minute preventive measures saved most of the artifacts.

Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque - The beautiful mosque situated in the heart of Beirut and is also well known as Blue Mosque. It is one of the main attractions that visitors can enjoy in Beirut. The mosque covering approximately 11,500 square meters at the high of the 49-meter-high blue dome and 66-meter-high towers, the mosque has become a dominant feature of the Beirut City Center skyline. Visitor can visit here daily and can take a picture for good memories.

Raouche Rocks - It located on Raouche, Beirut, Lebanon with a beautiful blue seas background. The place is open for public daily and 24 hours. At the end of the of Raouche, there is a natural landmark called the Pigeons' Rock that also well known as the Rock of Raouche that is located at Beirut's westernmost tip, the two huge rock formations, which stand like gigantic sentinels. It is a popular destination for locals and visitors to get photographs.