BEIRUT – HISTORICAL, CULTURAL AND FULL OF ADVENTURE

It may have experienced more than its fair share of political strife over the years, but a trip to Beirut is sure to leave you feeling as though it’s a city that has risen Phoenix-like from the ashes.
We can’t speak highly enough of this cultural gem, which is the largest metropolis in Lebanon and sits on a peninsula, dipping the toes of its coastline into the Mediterranean Sea.
Part of its allure for us is its extensive history, with the first reference to Beirut made on documents dating back to the 15th century BC. There’s also its diversity, with Muslim, Catholic, Greek and Armenian influences all jostling for position among Roman and Phoenician monuments.
Culture vultures will love wandering Beirut’s markets and streets, taking in the glorious architecture and sampling some fantastic food.
However, another interesting thing about this amazing country is the fact that travellers can be enjoying ski lessons on the slopes of the mountains for part of the day and sipping a cool drink on the beach for the next – we can see why the New York Times tipped it a must-visit.

Please don’t be tempted to judge Beirut by its past. We want you to fall in love with it like we did, so we put together our Beirut experience – give us a call and we can have a chat and maybe even organise your own Lebanese adventure.

For more information about Beirut and to book, have a look at www.blacktomato.co.uk or call on 020 7426 9888.