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Lebanon — silhouette, capital and facts
Lebanon is in Asia and its capital is Beirut. With about 5.5 million people and 10,452 km², it ranks 161st in area and 116th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Lebanon, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Beirut
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 5.5 million
- Area
- 10,452 km²
- Language
- Arabic
- Currency
- Lebanese pound
- Flag colors
- red, white, green
Borders
Lebanon shares a land border with 2 countries: Syria, Israel.
Fun facts about Lebanon
- The Lebanon cedar appears on the national flag and was used by the Phoenicians to build ships.
- Byblos, inhabited for thousands of years, is tied to the history of the Phoenician alphabet and is a World Heritage Site.
- In a few hours you can go from snowy mountains to Mediterranean beaches, making it possible to ski and swim in a day.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Lebanon?
The capital of Lebanon is Beirut.
Which continent is Lebanon in?
Lebanon is in Asia.
Which countries border Lebanon?
Lebanon shares a land border with 2 countries: Syria, Israel.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Lebanon?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Lebanon is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Lebanon?
The Lebanon cedar appears on the national flag and was used by the Phoenicians to build ships. Byblos, inhabited for thousands of years, is tied to the history of the Phoenician alphabet and is a World Heritage Site. In a few hours you can go from snowy mountains to Mediterranean beaches, making it possible to ski and swim in a day.
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