This Ancient Middle Eastern Country is a History Buff's Dream

National Geographic

Legend has it that the Lebanese capital of Beirut was rebuilt from the ashes seven times, making it an urban phoenix in mythology. With a volatile past, the city has become as synonymous with conflict as it has with hummus and tabbouleh. But when Anthony Bourdain first visited Beirut in 2006, it was love at first landing.

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