Beirut
Some of the key events about Beirut
- 1860Sectarian violence erupted between Druze and Maronite Christians, resulting in thousands of deaths
- 1866The American University of Beirut was founded, establishing a prestigious educational institution in the region
- 1915Severe famine struck Beirut during World War I, causing widespread suffering and death
- 1943Lebanon gained independence from France, with Beirut as its capital
- 1960Beirut International Airport opened, becoming a major hub for Middle Eastern air travel
- 1975The National Museum of Beirut was established, showcasing the country's rich archaeological heritage
- 1975The Lebanese Civil War began, leading to 15 years of conflict and destruction in the city
- 1982Israeli forces invaded and besieged Beirut, causing significant damage and civilian casualties
- 1983Two truck bombings targeted U.S. and French military barracks, killing hundreds
- 1985A car bomb exploded in a residential area, killing over 60 people and injuring hundreds
- 1994The first Beirut International Film Festival was held, promoting Lebanese and international cinema
- 2005A massive car bomb assassination killed the former Prime Minister and 21 others
- 2006Israeli airstrikes heavily damaged parts of Beirut during the Lebanon War
- 2009Beirut was named the top place to visit by The New York Times, boosting tourism in the city
- 2010The Beirut Art Center opened, providing a platform for contemporary art in the Middle East
- 2013Zaitunay Bay, a waterfront promenade and leisure destination, was completed in Beirut
- 2015A garbage crisis led to widespread protests and civil unrest in the city
- 2016Beirut Digital District was launched, aiming to make the city a regional tech hub
- 2020Rapid reconstruction efforts began following the port explosion, demonstrating the city's resilience
- 2020A massive explosion at the port of Beirut killed over 200 people and devastated large areas of the city
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