Despite being infamous for close to three decades, due to political instability and the civil war which wrecked the country mercilessly, inflicting deep gashes on the country's image, Lebanon has managed to successfully regain it's historical and cultural significance heading into the 21st century. Full of breathtaking beaches, busy market places and world class restaurants that exude a sense of pride over the country's rich heritage, Lebanon definitely has the capability of keeping you hooked over a give period of stay in some of it's finest cities. Apart from the aforementioned facts, the country is also famous for great national monuments, historical sites and religious structures which are revered and attract hordes of travelers from overseas every year.