Perched on a peninsula reaching into the Mediterranean, Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, has been a Phoenician port, a Roman colony, an Ottoman jewel, and a French mandate. Each era has left its mark. Mediterranean in its geography, Western in its cafés and boulevards, yet profoundly Arab and Levantine in its soul, this is a city that has always attracted seekers, artists, writers, and intellectuals drawn to its magnetic blend of Eastern and Western traditions.
Beirut is a city shaped by history, culture, and an enduring spirit of reinvention. Since the civil war came to an end in 1990, the city has continued to evolve, preserving its rich heritage while embracing new creative energy. From the Sursock family’s palace, a symbol of old Beirut’s aristocratic elegance, to the bustling souks and the dramatic Raouché rock formations overlooking the Mediterranean, the city is a captivating blend of contrasts. Lemon trees perfume narrow streets, while cafés, galleries, restaurants, and boutiques bring new life to historic neighborhoods such as Gemmayze. Elie Saab’s couture ateliers bring Beirut’s elegance to global runways, proving that the city’s creative spirit endures. Vibrant, sophisticated, and endlessly captivating, Beirut is a city of layers, where Mediterranean beauty, rich cultural heritage, and a dynamic creative spirit come together—all captured in the pages of Beirut Habibi.
Details
Author: Charif Majdalani
Language: English
Publication date: August 2026
Number of pages: 304 pages
Number of illustrations: More than 150
Dimensions: 25 × 33 × 4 cm
Cover: Linen hardcover
ISBN: 9781649804532
Weight: 2.898 kg



















