Beirut is a city that demands constant examination. It is a hectic, crowded, nostalgic, and beautiful place that has played muse to artists for many centuries. It was in this inspiring …
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Beirut
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We meet painter Hassan Jouni at his studio in the atmospheric neighborhood of Manara, where he shares his nostalgia for “old Beirut.”
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Minet El Hosn-based boutique, Orient 499 has become an identity in itself, showcasing the work of Lebanese artisans and designers. Its co-founder Aida Kawas speaks to LT on her love of …
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As one of Beirut’s biggest antique districts, Basta offers a world of stories – from its old crumbling heritage buildings to the narratives of its shop owners.
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The Sursock Museum revives its vibrant past, reopening after a big budget restoration project.
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In Lebanon, the ancient board game backgammon is much more than just a game to pass the time of day; it’s tied into Lebanese identity WHERE TO PLAY – In the …
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Explore the region’s past at the Robert Mouawad Private Museum through the impressive collection of obsessive collector, Henri Pharaon The adhaan [call to prayer] sounding from a nearby mosque fills …
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A walk through Beirut’s historic Sursock neighborhood reveals a grand past and a city still in transformation. Located in the Achrafieh district of Beirut, Rue Sursock is one of the city’s …
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Shielded from the noisy street Mar Mikhael street below, lies BEYt, a guesthouse that has become a meeting place and cultural platform for a diverse group of people.
