Geography
Lebanon is in Western Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 33.83333333, 35.83333333; it has Israel, Syria.
Neighboring countries: Israel, Syria
Asia
Lebanon
Lebanon is a country in Western Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Beirut
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Western Asia
- Population
- 5.5 million
- Area
- 10,452 km²
- Currency
- Lebanese pound (LBP)
- Official language
- Arabic, French
- Calling code
- +961
- Internet TLD
- .lb
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
Lebanon map preview: 33.83, 35.83
People and Culture
Lebanon uses Arabic, French in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Lebanon varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Lebanon is recorded with the official name Lebanese Republic. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Beirut
- Western Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Beirut
- Time zone data: UTC+02:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Lebanon is grouped under Asia.
- Lebanon has a listed area of 10,452 km².
- Lebanon is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Lebanon
What is the capital of Lebanon?
The capital of Lebanon is Beirut.
What continent is Lebanon in?
Lebanon is in Asia.
What currency does Lebanon use?
Lebanon uses the Lebanese pound.
What language is spoken in Lebanon?
Arabic, French is listed for Lebanon in this database.