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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Passionate cyclist and the founder of CyclingCircle, Karim Sokhn shares his reflections on the evolution of a thriving cycling community in Lebanon and his tips for the country’s best cycling spots …
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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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Prominent Lebanese banker, Raymond Audi, has made cultural heritage a priority in the coastal-city of Sidon For many, Raymond Audi is known as the financier and businessman who presides over …
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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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Jewelry is one of Lebanon’s foremost industries with artisans that are both gifted and skilled. But, as many young jewelry designers know, there aren’t many outlets to promote their creativity. The …