Beirut Habibi

Assouline’s coffee-table book *Beirut Habibi* takes readers on an unforgettable journey to the capital of Lebanon, situated right on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea. In this beautifully illustrated book, readers will discover—through the eyes of author Charif Majdalani—all the wonderful things Beirut has to offer and why you should visit. 

Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, is located on a peninsula jutting into the Mediterranean Sea and has been, in succession, a Phoenician port city, a Roman colony, an Ottoman gem, and a French mandate territory. Each era has left its mark. Mediterranean in location, Western in its cafés and boulevards, yet deeply Arab and Levantine in spirit: 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 unyielding drive for renewal. Since the end of the civil war in 1990, the city has continued to evolve, preserving its rich heritage while embracing new creative energy. From the Sursock family palace, a symbol of the aristocratic elegance of old Beirut, to the bustling souks and the impressive rock formations of Raouché overlooking the Mediterranean Sea: the city is an enchanting mix of contrasts. Lemon trees fill the narrow streets with their fragrance, while cafés, galleries, restaurants, and boutiques breathe new life into historic neighborhoods such as Gemmayze. Elie Saab’s couture ateliers bring Beirut’s elegance to the world’s runways, proving that the city’s creative spirit lives on. Beirut is vibrant, sophisticated, and endlessly fascinating: a city with many layers, where Mediterranean beauty, a rich cultural heritage, and a dynamic creative spirit converge—all captured in the pages of the coffee-table book ‘Beirut Habibi.’.

Specifications
Title: Beirut Habibi
Author: Charif Majdalani
Publisher: Assouline
Size: 250 x 330 x 50 mm
Size: 304 pages
Weight: 2,898 kg
Language: English
Material: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781649804532

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