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List Of Cities And Towns In Lebanon
This is a list of cities and towns in Lebanon distributed according to district. There are total 1000 districts. 56.21% of the population lives in 19 cities and towns, which gives the average 2,158 people per town. Largest cities NB: Some of these numbers are either approximations and outdated. Akkar Governorate Akkar District (18) * Arqa * Akroum * Andaket * Bebnine * Berkayel * Beino * Chadra, Lebanon, Chadra * Cheikh Mohammad * Cheikh Taba * Daoura (Aakkar), Daoura * Denbo * Halba, Lebanon, Halba * Hisah * Al Qoubaiyat, Kobayat * Massoudieh * Miniara * Mish Mish * Rahbe Baalbek-Hermel Governorate Baalbek District (52) * El Ain, Beqaa, Lebanon, Ain * Ainata * Arsal * Baalbek * Barka * Bednayel * Bechouat * Beit Chama - Aaqidiyeh * Brital * Btadhi * Bodai * Chaat, Lebanon, Chaat * Chlifa * Chmestar - Gharbi Baalbeck * Deir el Ahmar * Douris, Lebanon, Douriss * Fakiha - Jdeydeh * Flaoui, Fleweh * Hadath Baalbek * Harbata * Hizzine * Hlabta * Hosh Barada * Hosh el Rafi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lebanon
Lebanon ( , ar, لُبْنَان, translit=lubnān, ), officially the Republic of Lebanon () or the Lebanese Republic, is a country in Western Asia. It is located between Syria to the north and east and Israel to the south, while Cyprus lies to its west across the Mediterranean Sea; its location at the crossroads of the Mediterranean Basin and the Arabian hinterland has contributed to its rich history and shaped a cultural identity of religious diversity. It is part of the Levant region of the Middle East. Lebanon is home to roughly six million people and covers an area of , making it the second smallest country in continental Asia. The official language of the state is Arabic, while French is also formally recognized; the Lebanese dialect of Arabic is used alongside Modern Standard Arabic throughout the country. The earliest evidence of civilization in Lebanon dates back over 7000 years, predating recorded history. Modern-day Lebanon was home to the Phoenicians, a m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zgharta
Zgharta ( ar, زغرتا, syc, ܙܓܪܬܐ), also spelled Zghorta, is a city in North Lebanon, with an estimated population of around 50,000. It is the second biggest city in Northern Lebanon after Tripoli. Zgharta is about 150 metres above sea level and lies between the rivers of Jouit and Rashein. It is 23 kilometres from Ehden, 11 kilometres from the coastal city of Tripoli, 88.7 kilometres from the capital of Lebanon, Beirut, and 82 kilometres from the nearest Syrian city, Tartous. Its history and people are closely associated with the village of Ehden. Most of the citizens of Zgharta have summer houses in Ehden. It is the seat and the capital of the Zgharta District (Qadaa' Zgharta). Zgharta is closely related to the mountain town of Ehden, essentially sharing the same population. Each summer, most of the people in Zgharta move to spend their summer in Ehden; this is reversed in winter when Ehden is practically deserted. Zghartawis speak the Lebanese dialect with a distinc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daoura (Aakkar)
Daoura (Aakkar) ( ar, دورة) (also ''Daouret'') is a town in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon. The population of Daouret is Sunni Muslim, Greek Orthodox and Maronite. History In 1838, Eli Smith noted the village as ''ed-Durah'', located east of esh-Sheikh Mohammed. The residents were Sunni Muslim Sunni Islam () is the largest branch of Islam, followed by 85–90% of the world's Muslims. Its name comes from the word ''Sunnah'', referring to the tradition of Muhammad. The differences between Sunni and Shia Muslims arose from a disagree ...s.Robinson and Smith, 1841, vol 3, 2nd appendix, p185/ref> References Bibliography * External linksDaoura (Aakkar) Localiban {{Akkar District Populated places in Akkar District Sunni Muslim communities in Lebanon Eastern Orthodox Christian communities in Lebanon Maronite Christian communities in Lebanon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cheikh Taba
Cheikh Taba ( ar, الشيخ طابا) is a town in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon, close to the border with Syria. The population in Cheikh Taba are mostly Greek Orthodox and Maronite. History In 1838, Eli Smith noted the village as ''esh-Sheikh Taba'', whose inhabitants were Greek Orthodox Christians, located west of esh-Sheikh Mohammed. In 1856 it was named ''Sheikh Taba'' on the map of Northern Palestine/Lebanon that Heinrich Kiepert Heinrich Kiepert (July 31, 1818 – April 21, 1899) was a German geographer. Early life and education Kiepert was born in Berlin. He traveled frequently as a youth with his family and documented his travels by drawing. His family was friends wit ... published that year,Kiepert, 1856Map of Northern Palestine/Lebanon/ref> References Bibliography * External linksCheikh Taba Localiban {{Akkar District Populated places in Akkar District Eastern Orthodox Christian communities in Lebanon Maronite Christian communities in Lebanon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cheikh Mohammad
Cheikh Mohammad ( ar, الشيخ محمد) is a village situated in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon. Situated 400 metres above sea level, in between two mountains, it overlooks the Akkar plains and sea. It is made up of approximately 450 houses, with 99% of the population being Christian, mostly Greek Orthodox, Melkite Catholics and Maronites. This small village contains two schools, a primary and secondary as well as two churches, one dating back hundreds of years. And the very first hospital in Akkar, "Akkar Rahal Hospital". History In 1838, Eli Smith noted the village, whose inhabitants were Greek Orthodox The term Greek Orthodox Church (Greek language, Greek: Ἑλληνορθόδοξη Ἐκκλησία, ''Ellinorthódoxi Ekklisía'', ) has two meanings. The broader meaning designates "the Eastern Orthodox Church, entire body of Orthodox (Chalced ..., located in the 'Akkar region. In 1856 it was named ''Sheikh ¨Muhammed'' on Kiepert's map of Palestine/Lebanon published ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chadra, Lebanon
Chadra ( ar, شدرا) is a village in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon. The population is Greek Orthodox and other Christian. The village is situated at a distance of 146 km from Beirut at an altitude of 450 m above sea level. It has an area of 651 hectares, surrounded by Akroum from the east, the west Owainat, from the north Mashta hasan and Andaket from the south . Can be accessed in two ways, namely: Halba - Alkwychera - beere - Kobayat - Andguet and Chadra, and Halba - Alkwychera - Menjez - Remmeh - Chadra. Chadra characterized by a mild climate in summer and winter and the presence of several archaeological sites, most notably the presence of remnants of seven old grinders, and was an old center to group the armies and was considered as center catering to them, as was a home of one of the conquests of Prince Fakhr al-Din. The residents of this village are predominantly doctors of medicine, teachers, soldiers and officers in the Lebanese army (General Wehbe Katicha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beino
Beino - Qboula ( ar, بينو - قبولا) is an area in the Akkar District, Akkar district in Lebanon. Beino has a total area of around 20 Square kilometers with a population of 2500. History In 1838, Eli Smith noted the villages as ''Binu'' and Kubula, located west of esh-Sheikh Mohammed. The inhabitants in both villages were Lebanese Greek Orthodox Christians, Greek Orthodox Christians.Robinson and Smith, 1841, vol 3, 2nd appendix, p185/ref> In 2009 there were 2,965 eligible voters in Beino, and 384 in Qboula. The population in Qboula were all Lebanese Greek Orthodox Christians, Greek Orthodox Christians, while the population of Beino were Greek Orthodox "and other confessions". Notable persons * Issam Fares References Bibliography * External linksBeino - Qboula Localiban {{Akkar District Populated places in Akkar District Eastern Orthodox Christian communities in Lebanon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Berkayel
Berqayel or Berkayel ( ar, برقايل) is one of the largest and the most historical towns in Akkar Governorate in northern Lebanon. Berkail is about 25 km north Tripoli. Berkail is well known by its olive production and green fields. It is a Sunni Muslim community. History In 1838, Eli Smith noted the village, whose inhabitants were Sunni Muslim, located west of esh-Sheikh Mohammed Cheikh Mohammad ( ar, الشيخ محمد) is a village situated in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon. Situated 400 metres above sea level, in between two mountains, it overlooks the Akkar plains and sea. It is made up of approximately 450 houses, with ....Robinson and Smith, 1841, vol 3, 2nd appendix, p183/ref> Economy Much of Berkail's population is employed by the Lebanese Army. Olives are the main agricultural product. References Bibliography * External links Localiban Populated places in Akkar District Sunni Muslim communities in Lebanon {{Lebanon-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bebnine
Bebnine ( ar, ببنين) is a town located in the Akkar District of the Akkar Governorate in Lebanon. Its inhabitants are Sunni Muslims. History In 1838, Eli Smith noted the village, whose inhabitants were Sunni Muslims and Greek Orthodox, located west of esh-Sheikh Mohammed Cheikh Mohammad ( ar, الشيخ محمد) is a village situated in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon. Situated 400 metres above sea level, in between two mountains, it overlooks the Akkar plains and sea. It is made up of approximately 450 houses, with .... In 1856 it was named ''Bibnin'' on Kiepert's map of Palestine/Lebanon published that year.Kiepert, 1856Map of Northern Palestine/Lebanon/ref> References Bibliography * Populated places in Akkar District Sunni Muslim communities in Lebanon {{lebanon-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andaket
Andaket, Aandqet, ( ar, عندقت) is a Maronite Christian village in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon. History In 1838, Eli Smith noted Andakid'' as a Maronite village, located east of esh-Sheikh Muhammed Cheikh Mohammad ( ar, الشيخ محمد) is a village situated in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon. Situated 400 metres above sea level, in between two mountains, it overlooks the Akkar plains and sea. It is made up of approximately 450 houses, with ....Robinson and Smith, 1841, vol 3, 2nd appendix, p185/ref> References Bibliography * External links Localiban Populated places in Akkar District Maronite Christian communities in Lebanon {{Lebanon-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Akroum
Akroum ( ar, أكروم) is a Sunni Muslim village located in the Akkar District in Lebanon Lebanon ( , ar, لُبْنَان, translit=lubnān, ), officially the Republic of Lebanon () or the Lebanese Republic, is a country in Western Asia. It is located between Syria to the north and east and Israel to the south, while Cyprus li .... The area has mountains with many villages on it. It is located at an altitude of approximately 1087 meters. The approximate population of this area is 11,194. References External linksAkroum localiban Populated places in Akkar District Sunni Muslim communities in Lebanon Lebanon articles needing attention {{Lebanon-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Arqa
Arqa ( ar, عرقا; akk, 𒅕𒋡𒋫, translit=Irqata) is a Lebanese village near Miniara in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon, 22 km northeast of Tripoli, near the coast. The town was a notable city-state during the Iron Age. The city of ''Irqata'' sent 10,000 soldiers to the coalition against the Assyrian king in the Battle of Qarqar. The former bishopric became a double Catholic titular see (Latin and Maronite). The Roman Emperor Alexander Severus was born there. It is significant for the Tell Arqa, an archaeological site that goes back to Neolithic times, and during the Crusades there was a strategically significant castle. Names It is mentioned in Antiquity in the Amarna letters of Egypt-(as ''Irqata''), as well as in Assyrian documents. The Roman town was named Caesarea (of Lebanon/Phoenicia) or Arca Caesarea. History Early Bronze In the Early Bronze IV, the Akkar Plain had three major sites in Tell Arqa, Tell Kazel and Tell Jamous. The cultural focus had bee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
