Beirut is the capital of Lebanon and its population of approximately 2.1 million people in the metropolitan area. The city is built on a rocky promontory in the eastern Mediterranean sea. This is by far the largest city in Lebanon. Due to the small size of Lebanon's capital has always had status only cosmopolitan city in the country, and since independence, has been commercial and financial center of Lebanon.

Since 2009, Lebanon became a safe place and the number of tourists is increasing (more than 2 million in 2009). If you choose to visit Lebanon, visit the tourist city of Jounieh, Byblos, Tyre and Tripoli. Beirut itself is safe, but avoid southern Beirut. Cities mountains around Beirut and in the north are generally safe, but always be vigilant. Try to avoid any public political demonstration. South has a high level of Hezbollah influence / control, but is not off-limits. Be aware that the South has a large Shiite Muslim population, conservative way of dressing and wear.