- Introduction
Known as the capital of the North, Tripoli (Trablos in Arabic), 86 kilometres north of Beirut, is Lebanon's second city.
- Summary
Your Quick Guide to Modern Tripoli
- Abou Ali River
Probably one of the most important attractions that catch the attention of the visitor in Tripoli is "Nahr Kadisha" which is most famously known as "Nahr (River) Abou Ali".
- Aerial Photos
Satellite and aerial photos of Tripoli Lebanon.
- Agriculture
Because of the unplanned constructions that took place towards the end of the 20th century in Tripoli, the city is no more an agriculture center.
- Airport
It is designed to be an International airport, Renee Mouawwad Airport is at present used by the Lebanese Army as the largest air base in North Lebanon.
- Banking
In Tripoli, banking activities are continuously flourishing.
- Cafes
In Tripoli, there are a lot of high-class restaurants that offer a variety of Lebanese food in interesting surroundings, decoration, colors, natural views of mountains and the sea.
- Car Rental
Rental offices at Tripoli rent cars to visitors with or without a driver on condition that the person renting has an international driving license and a valid passport.
- Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture
In Tripoli, it serves the commerce, industry, and agriculture of Northern Lebanon..
- Charitable Associations
At least a dozen charitable associations are based in Tripoli Lebanon.
- Cinema
The most important are: City Complex (two expo chambers), Las Salinas on the southern entrance of Tripoli near city of Anfeh (four expo chambers), al-Opera, Colorado, Metropole, Rivoli, Sarolla, Palace, Capitol, Palladium.
- Citizens
Tripolitans, as all other Lebanese, are generally known for their love to travel and immigration for labor, education, and acquaintance with people in the world.
- Climate
In Tripoli, the climate is moderate and known for the variety of seasons which give the residents and the visitors pleasure during summer and winter, autumn and spring.
- Commerce
Tripoli has long been known for its sweets industry, olive oil-based soap production, and copper crafts.
- Conferences
The 2nd International Conference on the History of Tripoli (Lebanon) During the Middle and Modern Ages.
- Copper
Tripoli is still the traditional home of many copper and silver workers.
- Cultural Centers
Cultural centers such as Al-Rabita Al-Thakafiia, Jamiiyat Makarem Al-Akhlak Al-Islamiyah, and many others are used to host seminars, small exhibitions, and cultural events.
- CVs
If you are a Tripolitan living abroad and you would like to add your CV, send it as an attached "html" file to the editor of the website.
- Distances
Tripoli is located at the 60 degrees 35 mins line of latitude 34 degrees line of longitude.
- Economy
Tripoli includes some of the most important industrial foundations in Lebanon.
- Education
Tripoli is famous for being the "House of Education". It has many old scientific schools, colleges, and modern universities.
- Electricity
Electricity is being supplied by the Kadisha Company with a flow of 220 Volts.
- Entertainment
Major entertainment destinations in Tripoli Lebanon.
- Environmental Concerns
During the past two decades, man's uncontrolled activities and improvised, unplanned, and chaotic development have destroyed most of the Lebanese natural coastal habitats.
- Exhibition Center
The extraordinary buildings of Tripoli (Rachid Karame) International Fair were designed by the world famous Brazilian architect Oscar Niemayer in 1960. It is the fifth among the largest exhibition centers in the world in terms of dimensions and variety of constructions.
- Families
Throughout their old and recent histories, Tripolitans have always been, and still are, a unique example of social and communal unity in Lebanon. Many families, Muslim or Christian, share the same names and most of them celebrate the same religious feasts.
- Feasts
Some of the official feasts celebrated are of great touristic importance since they demonstrate the social and religious rituals practiced by Tripolitans, a case that is unparalleled by any other Lebanese city.
- Festival
Every summer, Tripoli hosts the Tripoli Festival. Many national and international artists contribute to this important event.
- Food
Tripoli is famous for the variety in desserts and delicious food that needs long hours of preparation.
- Free Sea Zone
The "free zone" area was added to Tripoli Seaport in 1972.
- Furniture Industry
Tripoli has a famous furniture industry, that is competitive with the Italian ones and is exported in large quantities.
- Gadgets
The visitor finds great pleasure in shopping for goods and gadgets from stores and shops in Tripoli.
- Geography
Because of its position in Northern Lebanon, Tripoli is considered to be the gate of the country to Damascus, Baghdad, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and all other countries in the Arabian Gulf.
- Governmental Foundations
In Tripoli, there is one government main center: The Saraya. This includes the center of the district, province, and other governmental administrations.
- Handicrafts
Tripoli is also famous for its olive oil-based soap production and copper crafts.
- Health
Private clinics spread plentifully in all quarters of Tripoli.
- Hospitals
In Tripoli there exists many hospitals, pharmacies, and medical veterinary clinics.
- Hotels
Hotels are present at the International Exhibition Center of Rashid Karameh, Mina street, in addition to many hotels and restaurants included in the resorts available at the southern suburbs of the city.
- Investment
Inspired by models practiced elsewhere in the world, the Commercial Code recognizes the constitution of any type of commercial company, including offshore and holding companies.
- Islands
Just offshore from tripoli is a string of small islands. They are divided into two parts: those close to the shore (accessible), and those away from the shore (natural reserve not open for the public).
- Industry
Tripoli's industry relies on some of the important industrial foundations in Lebanon.
- Insurance
Insurance and reinsurance companies in Tripoli and the North are 35 local, Arab, and International.
- Kazdoura
A Wander Around Inside Tripoli - Lebanon: A Diary of Humouristic Series of Walkabouts "Kazdouras"
- Labor Unions
More than a dozen labor unions are based in Tripoli Lebanon.
- Landscape
The old parts of the city were built in the plain at the foot of the escarpment in both directions, up the escarpment, and even onto the plateau on both sides of the river.
- Language
Arabic is the native language. French and English are the secondary languages that are commonly used by youngsters in the city.
- Location
Tripoli is located at the 60 degrees 35 mins line of latitude 34 degrees line of longitude.
- Magazines
Some monthly- or weekly- magazines are published in Tripoli Lebanon.
- Mameluke March
On the 17th of October 2000, Tripoli witnessed an event that did not happen since almost 710 years. Click here to get the details of this important event.
- Maps
Follow this link to explore a large variety of maps for Tripoli Lebanon.
- Markets
Both, old and modern markets are a must-visit in Tripoli Lebanon.
- Media
The major newspapers and magazines published in Tripoli Lebanon.
- elMina
The harbour - "Al-Mina"- three kilometers away, hosted what was apparently at one time a Phoenician town of which nothing now remains. El-Mina is also known as the "City of Waves and Horizons".
- Municipal Unions
The municipalities of Tripoli, el-Mina, and el-Biddawi combine under the Municipality of Al-Fayha'a.
- Natural Beauty
Spring is considered to be the most beautiful season in Tripoli.
- Newspapers
Follow this link to access the up-to-date content of major Tripolitan Newspapers.
- North Lebanon
A guide for the towns and villages neighbouring Tripoli Lebanon.
- Palm Islands
The Palm islands park is a unique and integrated natural marine basin in the eastern Mediterranean that was declared as a reserve in 1994.
- Panorama View
Click here to experience Tripoli's Interactive Panoramic View.
- Parks
The most important is the Menshiyeh park. It is situated in the middle of the Tell area.
- Petroleum Rafinery
It is one of the most important Lebanese economical resources. It is controlled by the Ministry of Industry and Petroleum since 1973.
- Postcards
The Tripoli Internet Database/tripoli-city.org dispose for you free electronic greeting cards to celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadhan and the other Feasts.
- Prayer Times
Use the tripoli-city.org calculator to compute the prayer times for Tripoli Lebanon.
- Quarters
A repository for the quarters at Tripoli Lebanon.
- Radio
Tripoli Internet Radio features original on-demand programs about different aspects of Tripoli, Lebanon. The broadcast includes weekly updated CD-quality instrumentals and songs by famous Lebanese, Arab, and orientalist artists. Real Player is required to listen to the broadcast.
- Ramadhan
Tripoli celebrates Ramadhan in a way that is not present in many of the Arab or Muslim cities. Studies mentioned the presence of at least 20 different social practices done in this month.
- Resorts
Some of the resorts, located south to Tripoli, include 1st degree hotels, large swimming pools, and restaurants.
- Restaurants
In Tripoli, there are a lot of high-class restaurants that offer a variety of Lebanese food in interesting surroundings, decoration, colors, natural views of mountains and the sea.
- Sailing Instructions for Mariners
Sea maps and sailing instructions for mariners heading to Tripoli Lebanon: 34 deg 27 min N, 35 deg 50 min E. World Port Index No. 45025.
- Scouts
At least a dozen scout associations are based in Tripoli Lebanon.
- Seaport
It is the second largest port in Lebanon. Tripoli's seaport can receive seven ships at a time with a maximum load of 8,000 tons. Each year, the Tripoli seaport receives 1,200 ships with a total load of 1,810,000 tons.
- Shopping Malls
At least two medium-sized shopping malls are located in Tripoli Lebanon.
- Soap Making
In workshops in Khan el-Misriyyin and al-Saboun in Tripoli, artisans continue to make olive-oil based soap just as they have for the last few centuries.
- Society
Tripoli has a very dynamic society that is boosted by the presence of some important educational institutions and cultural centers.
- Solar Timing
Use tripoli-city.org's calculator to compute the Solar Timing of Tripoli Lebanon.
- Sounds
This section contains exclusive real audio recordings made in Tripoli (Lebanon). Click here to listen to the live sounds from some important quarters in old Tripoli. Real Player is required.
- Sports
A modern Sports Town located south of Rashid Karameh International Exhibition Center can host 23,000 viewers to witness International competitions.
- Squares
Click here to know the location of the most important squares in Tripoli Lebanon.
- Streets
Click here to know the location and importance of streets in Tripoli Lebanon.
- TeDS
The 'Tripoli e-Discussion Society' was founded on 11th November 1999. It is an independently self-controlled body that aims at gathering Tripolitans residing all over the world to discuss issues pertaining to Tripoli - Lebanon. Click here to join the TeDS.
- Television
Tripoli Internet TV brings you the latest news video clips related to Tripoli and features original on-demand films about different aspects of Tripoli, Lebanon.
- Tax Refund
Starting February 1, 2002, tourists departing from Lebanon are entitled to a VAT/TVA refund on goods purchased during their stay.
- Telephone Directory
Useful telephone numbers in Tripoli Lebanon.
- Temper
Tripolitans are known for their youth and liveliness. They are brave, respectful, welcoming the guest and having good temper.
- Theater
Most cinemas include mediocre theaters that present artistic works. There are also the theaters of al-Rabitah al-Thakafiyyah and that of Dar al-Fann, as well as other big school theaters in al-Iman, Freres school, and others.
- Thoroughfares
Click here to know the location of the major thouroughfares in Tripoli Lebanon.
- Timing
It exceeds Greenwitch with 2 hours and by the end of March of each year summer timing start to apply until the end of September.
- Tourism
Tripoli is the second largest preserved Mameluke city in the world.
- Tourist Guide
A Journey In Tripoli alFayhaa: A Reliable and Complete Tourist Guide for Tripoli. Includes more than 100 colored photos, detailed maps, & aerial views.
- Transportation
From Tripoli there are a lot of transportation lines to all regions of North Lebanon and Syria. These transportation lines start at el-Tell Square, el-Nejmeh Square, or Bab el-Tabbaneh.
- Turbul Mountain
Jabal or Mount Turbul is a round-topped peak that stands at 7 kms of Tripoli (10 kms of Al Mina).
- Visa Requirements
It is important to note that the carrier of a passport having an israeli visa or signature is prohibited from entering Lebanon.
- Water
Tripoli gets its water from the streams of Rashi'in and Habb.
- Who's Who
A repository of Tripolitan families and expatriates.
- Work Schedules
Governmental schedule is from 8 AM to 2 PM all week long except for Friday till 11 AM and Sunday is a day off.
