Considered the Middle East’s art hub, Beirut continues to amaze us with its creative output. Whether you’re a collector or an enthusiast, these exhibitions deserve your attention. Be sure to check them out before they end.
Art, History & Culture
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Situated on a hill in the Arnoun area, Kalaat Cheiif, also known as Beaufort Castle, stands tall, a witness to Lebanon’s history from the Middle Ages until modern times.
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In a world full of chaos, we all need a little peace and quiet. Take a look at these five charming spots in Beirut where you can enjoy a good read, a tasty coffee and, most importantly, leave the noise outside.
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For almost 30 years, the Al Bustan Festival has been wowing audiences with its rich cultural program of performance art, which is largely put together by a talented team of women.
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Today in Serepta, more commonly known as Sarafand, a sleepy village in southern Lebanon, one family is determined to keep the ancient tradition of glassblowing alive.
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Arabic, a Semitic language, dates as far back as 3,000 years. With more than 300 million speakers around the globe and 22 countries classifying it as their official language, Arabic is considered special, albeit with a debated history.
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Inaugurated in October 2013, the MiM museum of minerals has brought something truly unique to the country’s cultural scene. This state-of-the-art institution houses the private compendium of minerals accumulated by Lebanese collector and entrepreneur Salim Edde.
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We celebrate a rich culture, language, church and a tragic page in history that come together to reaffirm the survival of the Armenian people.
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Sarah’s Bag gives new meaning to corporate social responsibility by empowering both downtrodden women and their craft. An accessories label that is less known outside of the Middle East but something…