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If, on the same day you take in the beauty of green cedar forests, and then go skiing, then take a dip in the Mediterranean, and at night to go on a magical walk through the town as captivating as Beirut - Lebanon is a place for you!
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Casual name
Lebanon (lb)
Access to sea and mountains
Lebanon is a country located east of the Mediterranean Sea, shares borders with the north and east of the Syrją, south of Israel and the Palestinian Territory. It is a mountainous country, the two main mountain ranges are: Jebel Lubnan (Lebanon), Mount Hermon (Anti-Lebanon mountains). About half the country lies at an altitude of over 900 meters (3000 feet). Lebanon also has access to the Mediterranean Sea. So varied landscape adding to the tourist attractions of the country in which everyone can find something for everyone.
Emergency numbers
112
Electric plugs
230 volts AC, 50Hz
Phone code
+961
Famous for:
- Green, lush blossoms that virtually the entire country with the exception of snow-capped mountain peaks
- Its capital, Beirut
- Paradoxically, the popular American band, which is called Beirut and plays modern folk
Lebanon has a typical Mediterranean climate. There are four seasons, with summer is hot (mostly on the coast), spring and autumn warm and pleasant, and winter rain with snow in the mountains.
Lebanon is a place where culture meets with Arab Mediterranean stream giving a blend of unforgettable and beautiful sights. In addition, culture of Lebanon shall not be indifferent to Western influences.
The main religions are Islam and Christianity. Islam (predominantly Shi'ite) confesses about 59.7% of the population. Among the Christian denominations, the church is dominated by Greek Orthodox, Maronite, Armenian and Protestant. Religion Christian 39%. Other religions make up the rest (including very small Jewish communities).
Due to the diversity of religion do not apply uniform standards of customary. The inhabitants of Lebanon are usually open and willing to help. However, we must consider a variety of religious traditions.
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Need a visa. In order to obtain a visa, you must have a passport valid for at least 6 months and a passport-sized photo, proof of employment or study, an invitation from Lebanon (with legible address!) Or to confirm reservations for hotels in Lebanon. In addition, you must still fill out an application in English, which is available at the Embassy. Visa costs are not large. Single entry visa costs only $ 35, double-entry $ 50, a multiple-entry $ 70.
Fees (only $) can be made via Western Union to address the Embassy with a note KEIS BADR or place it directly in the envelope with the documents sent to the embassy.
The validity of the visa is 3 months.
People who have the passports to confirm your stay in Israel, can not enter Lebanon. There is no obligation to demonstrate adequate financial resources during your stay.
From 1917 to 1930 women aged years when entering Lebanon needs to provide the exact address of residence, show a return ticket, as well as Safety Series No. Générale permission to enter (the so-called. promise entrance), they have virtually no possibility of obtaining an entry visa at the border with the exception of the airport in Beirut. For this reason, before traveling to Lebanon, they should obtain a visa. Difficulties in obtaining a visa may be women who have worked in Lebanon as an artist and massage therapists - they are required to obtain the approval of Safety Series No. Générale. When entering the tourists cross the border, fill your personal data. It is particularly important to address the stay in Lebanon was in line with the actual. In the event of a change of residence must immediately inform the competent authorities, otherwise the border police have the right to deport or arrest to explain. These requirements (the exact address of the administration of residence in Lebanon, have a return ticket on the date specified) does not apply to the following persons: - Wives of Lebanese citizens, Palestinian refugees and the wives of Syrian nationals, who previously worked in Lebanon as an artist or a masseuse (on presentation of a marriage); - Women who have never worked in Lebanon as an artist or a masseuse, and travel in the company of one of the parents, siblings, husband or children - wives, mothers Lebanese citizens (upon presentation of evidence of kinship); - All women included in the official delegations and missions who hold passports or diplomatic means.
Health care in Lebanon is at a high level. Hospitals are modern and qualified doctors speak fluent English and French. Most hospitals are private and require proof of ability to regulate the patient's account (even in an emergency). That is why health insurance should be worn always with you. Public hospitals are at a much lower level. Cost of outpatient visit is about $ 1940-1950 a day in hospital costs $ 150-200.
The water is chlorinated in the capital, and drinking. In other parts of the country, may be contaminated, therefore it is advisable to drink bottled mineral water. None of the epidemiological risk and is not required vaccinations.
In the period 12.07-14.08.2006 r. in southern Lebanon were carried out military operations. Therefore, it is recommended that only korzytanie public roads, because of the threat mines and niewybuchami. Getting around the Lebanon, is considered safe, but avoid areas populated by radical Muslim factions.
Crime in the country is limited and there are cases of robbing tourists.
You can fly to Lebanon from most European capitals, many Middle Eastern countries, and Australia and Singapore. The only airport is an airport in Beirut. To Lebanon can be reached by using a scheduled flight from Warsaw or through AirFrance. Ticket cost is about 1200 / 1800 gold.
As in the case of railways, most of Polish, you can get to Istanbul (by Bulgaria and Romania). The duration of the trip is about 32 hours, but often there are delays due to queuing at the border. Bus connections from Turkey to Lebanon are rare, and usually it is necessary to change in Syria.
The route from Polish into Lebanon has about 3500 km. He leads by Slovakia, Romania, Bulgaria and Turkey. Is considered heavy and cumbersome due to distance, poor road conditions and driving style and fearsome Arab drivers. By leaving, you should contact the PZMotem and make sure there is a need to purchase expensive carnet de passage, and do many other time-consuming formalities.
In Lebanon, is considered an international driving license, while the Polish is honored for 3 months from entry. It is mandatory to insure car liability insurance.
The road network is a medium-developed. It is possible to rent a car. The rental price per week is about $ 200 for a small car and about $ 650 for all-terrain vehicle.
Practically in most places, you can transact in U.S. dollars or euros.
Traveler's checks, and most international credit cards (American Express, Visa, Diner's Club, MasterCard) are accepted in large companies and many restaurants and shops. ATMs accept Cirrus cards, Diner's Club, Maestro, MasterCard, Visa and Visa-Electron.
List of goods which can be imported by persons over 18 years of age without incurring customs charges:
• 800 pieces. cigarettes or 50 cigars or 100 cigarillos or 1,000 grams of tobacco. • 2l of champagne, whiskey or brandy (or other similar products), or more than 4l of other alcoholic beverages. • 1 liter of eau de cologne and 100g of perfume. • personal property whose value does not exceed 2,000,000 zł. • appropriately prescribed dose of medicine we need.
Persons under 18 years of age may bring in half the number posted above with the exception of tobacco and alcohol.
In Lebanon, you can haggle on the price of almost everything, from the course fees for the price of a taxi after a night in hotel. Bargaining is an integral part of everyday life.
The nucleus of the devastation caused by civil war, all the hotels were rebuilt and meet all European standards. Hotels are classified from 1 - 5 star hotels and deluxe. In the past few years have opened their branches or representatives in Beirut international networks such as the Radisson and Sheraton. Payment is usually required in dollars, but only hotels where the price of room per night, more than $ 50 accept credit cards.
Recent years have seen growth in the number of nights bed & breakfast and hostels. Prices in them are generally lower than in hotels. Reservations can be made by phone or e-mail
In Lebanon there are many campsites, particularly in the areas Amchite, near Byblos and in mountainous regions, such as Barouk and Chouk. For more information about camping and youth hostels can be obtained by contacting the Ministry of Tourism (see contact details).
In Beirut and larger cities are popular apartments for rent. They are available in the range from studios to three or more bedrooms. As a rule, are also equipped with kitchens.
In the kitchen, the predominate fruit, vegetables and beans. Lebanese are fond of and often eat lamb. Lebanese meal consists of many called mezze appetizers, main dishes and salads and dessert.
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