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National Museum of Beirut, Beirut

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National Museum of Beirut survived the area's frequent conflict and adversity, preserving a diverse collection of archaeological objects. Opened in 1942, the museum exhibits roughly 1,300 artifacts excavated from the country's earliest prehistoric settlements and sites dating back to the more recent Mamluk dynasty. Roam across two floors of displays, stopping on the hour at the audiovisual room for a short film depicting the collection's preservation during the war years. Exhibits are displayed in English. Work out when and for how long to visit National Museum of Beirut and other Beirut attractions using our handy Beirut itinerary planner.
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  • I know that Lebanon is known for it s night life but few people knows that this museum will makes you know the reason of falling in love with this country  more »
  • The Museum is pretty cool, with mtas interesting parts (ancient mosaics, skeletons, ...). I advise you to watch the small video at the entrance at the Museum some of the account history q before starting the tour.
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  • I came to the Museum only with dollars and they accept only the local money. The attendants if friends offer to help me change. We switched and I began to visit. Many interesting things around the past at the time of the Phoenicians. All very well maintained. Worth the visit.
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  • The National Museum is an iconic landmark building at the heart of Beirut city. Lebanon and Beirut have a rich history stretching all the way to the stone age and artifacts from various periods are on display at the museum. The museum, by any means, is small and can be toured in one hour or so. Though I like it, I feel Lebanon needs a bigger museum that highlights its culture through the ages.
  • Amazing experience of visiting the rich national museum. The exhibits artifacts and vintage stuff take you back in time. The place will roughly need you to spend around 2hours there touring the basement, ground floor and 1st floor. Everything is well exhibited in place.
  • Very interesting and educational. The sarcophagi are very impressive, especially the ones on the underground floor.
  • Le Petit Louvre! Brilliant! I was shocked how empty it was.
  • This place stole my heart... AND I'M NOT A MUSEUM GUY... A must-visit place; plus, it's free for school and university students... Some thing go back to more than 30 centuries!!
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The capital city, Beirut offers a great variety of accommodations across its many lively districts. Downtown possesses a good number of hotels and hostels, close to the main sightseeing spots, and rich in shops and services. Hamra district has a similarly large number of places to stay, with hotels located along the main stylish boulevards, and hostels and guesthouses to be found on the connecting side streets. Ain El Mraiseh district offers a good alternative for those wanting to get a room overlooking the Mediterranean coast.
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