The Lebanese capital’s heritage buildings are making a remarkable comeback as vibrant cultural and social spaces. By Amelia Dhuga November 26, 2025 A stroll through Beirut’s heritage-laden streets is an experience in itself. Tilt your head up and discover curved stone arches, wrought iron balconies, and countless Ottoman-era details. These resilient buildings have weathered the […]
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The Ultimate Art and Design Guide to Beirut A thrilling cultural revival is putting the storied Lebanese capital back on the map. By Alya Chehab August 31, 2018 A sweeping view of Beirut from the historic village of Harissa.Photo: Walid Rashid The charming Hotel Albergo.Courtesy of Hotel Albergo. A popular local legend says that Beirut was […]
The best things to do in Beirut Visit the city that got its groove back By Raffaella Barker 4 December 2018 Beirut, the city of contrasts, where the jacaranda flowers and oleander fill the streets and gardens of old, crumbling French-style villas, where one shop window glitters with ancient Roman glass and priceless ancient art pieces […]
From laid-back bars and secret speakeasies to rooftop clubs, the Lebanese capital is home to some of the world’s best night spots By Maghie Ghali May 2, 2025 Courtesy Spine, Beirut Beirut has long been touted as one of the world’s best nightlife hotspots, with its incredible mixology, delicious food and the Lebanese gift for life creating […]
The best things to do in Beirut From sunset spots to established museums and atmospheric neighbourhoods, here’s our guide to the best things to do in Beirut By Amelia Dhuga and Maghie Ghali April 16, 2025 JossK There is certainly no shortage of things to do in Beirut. Jutting out into the Mediterranean, Beirut is encircled by sandy beaches, […]
Atfal Ahdath, A Pillar of Salt, Installation for Art Dubai 2017. Courtesy of the Artists. By Ruba Al-Sweel Each year, Art Dubai hosts The Room, an immersive, large-scale interactive installation, adopting a different theme and delivered in intricate and elaborate ways. For its 11th edition, Art Dubai presents a visual and gastronomic installation, Cooking Liberty, created by […]
