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🇱🇧 Lebanon Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Lebanon is a country in Middle East, Asia. It covers a total area of 10,452 km² and has a coastline of 225 km. It shares land borders with 2 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
Middle East
sub-region
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Total Area
10,452 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
517/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
225 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+2/3
UTC offset
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Independence
1943
established
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Climate
Mediterranean coast, alpine mountains
general type

Location and Position

Lebanon is situated in Middle East, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 225 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Lebanon covers a total area of 10,452 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 5.4M across this area, the population density is 517/km². The capital city is Beirut.

Climate

The climate of Lebanon is mediterranean coast, alpine mountains. The best time to visit is generally April–June, September–October, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Lebanon

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Syria
Damascus
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Israel
Jerusalem

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lebanon located?

Lebanon is located in Middle East, Asia. The capital city is Beirut.

How large is Lebanon?

Lebanon has a total area of 10,452 km² with a population density of 517/km².

What countries border Lebanon?

Lebanon shares land borders with: Syria, Israel.

What is the climate of Lebanon?

The climate of Lebanon is Mediterranean coast, alpine mountains. The best time to visit is April–June, September–October.

What timezone is Lebanon in?

Lebanon observes UTC+2/3 timezone.

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