On Location - Beirut, Lebanon

With a population of around 2.5 Million, Beirut is the capital and largest city of Lebanon.  Beirut has been inhabited for more than 5,000 years, and was one of Phoenicia's most prominent city states, making it one of the oldest cities in the world.  Over the course of history, the Phonecian, Greeks, Roman and Ottomans have all left their cultural mark on this Mediterranean city.  Look closely at some of the buildings and you will see the impact of the Lebanese Civil War and wars with Israel.