Lebanon cities list with latitude and longitude in Excel, CSV, SQL, XML, JSON formats

Lebanon
Lebanon
Excel, CSV, SQL, XML, JSON

Last update : 16 December 2025.

Country
Lebanon
Capital
Beirut
Number of cities
3267
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This is the best list of 3267 cities in the Lebanon available in 5 formats ( Excel, CSV, JSON, SQL, XML ). You will find only data associated with the cities of a country (capital, towns and villages). There is no information concerning the environment, such as the location of a river or a mountain, for example. All cities are associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).

Each file contains the following data: Geoname_ID, City, Alternate_Name, Country_Code, Region, Sub_region, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Population, Timezone, Fcode_Name. See the FAQ below for a detailed explanation.

Here is an example of the data from the Lebanon file that you are going to retrieve. The data is displayed here in the form of a table:


Geoname_IDCityAlternate_NameCountry_CodeRegionSub_regionLatitudeLongitudeElevationPopulationTimezoneFcode_Name
6271305Dahr Aïn el HaourLBMont-Liban33.6633335.499720Asia/Beirutpopulated place
271087MarouâhîneMarouahine,Marouâhîne,Marwahin,Marwāḩīn,mrwahyn,مرواحينLBSouth Governorate33.1088935.275830Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280412El AazéqaAl `Azaqah,Al ‘Azāqah,El Aazeqa,El Aazéqa,العزاقةLBLiban-Nord34.2266735.713330Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272819KfarchimaKafr Shima,Kafr Shīmā,Kfarchima,kfr shyma,كفر شيماLBMont-Liban33.8163935.53250Asia/Beirutpopulated place
276408BqarsoûnaArsouna,Bqarsouna,Bqarsoune,Bqarsoûna,Bqarsoûné,Bqarsunah,BqarşūnahLBLiban-Nord34.3786136.046110Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280839Ed Dabbâbiyé ech CharqîyéAd Dabbabiyah ash Sharqiyah,Ad Dabbābīyah ash Sharqīyah,Ed Dabbabiye ech Charqiye,Ed Dabbâbiyé ech Charqîyé,Ed Dibbabiyah SharqiLBAakkâr34.6227836.215560Asia/Beirutpopulated place
8717846MaadenAl Ma`adin,Al Ma‘ādin,Maaden,almʿadn,المعادنLBLiban-Nord34.1180535.789630Asia/Beirutpopulated place
275979BzoummârBuzumar,Buzummar,Buzummār,Bzoummar,Bzoummâr,Bzummar,Bzummār,bzmar,بزمّارLBMont-Liban33.9880635.683890Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279718El KhraïbéAl Khraybih,Al Khuraybah,El Khraibe,El Khraïbé,El-Khreibah,alkhrybt,الخريبةLBNabatîyé33.338735.643870Asia/Beirutpopulated place
267310ChlîfaChlifa,Chlîfa,Shlifa,ShlīfāLBBaalbek-Hermel34.0852836.100280Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279488El MarkazAl Markaz,El MarkazLBLiban-Nord34.2008335.958610Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272850Kfar KiddéKafr Kiddah,Kfar Kidde,Kfar Kiddé,kfr kdt,kfrkdt,كفر كدة,كفر كدّةLBMont-Liban34.2002835.654440Asia/Beirutpopulated place
270659Mazraat Aarab SoukkarMazra`at `Arab Sukar,Mazra`at `Arab Sukkar,Mazraat Aarab Soukkar,Mazra‘at ‘Arab Sukar,Mazra‘at ‘Arab Sukkar,mzrʿt ʿrb skr,مزرعة عرب سكرLBSouth Governorate33.4851535.446830Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279144El QattâraAl Qattarah,Al Qaţţārah,El Qattara,El QattâraLBMont-Liban33.9002835.79250Asia/Beirutpopulated place
276680Beït ZoûdBayt Zud,Bayt Zūd,Beit Zoud,Beït Zoûd,byt zwd,بيت زودLBLiban-Nord34.3997235.987220Asia/Beirutpopulated place
434810El AaoujaAl `Awja,Al ‘Awjā,El Aaouja,العوجاLBBéqaa33.53535.656390Asia/Beirutpopulated place
274595HanâouâyHANAWEH,Hanaouay,Hanaouiye,Hanawiyih,Hannawiyah,Hanâouiyé,Hanâouây,hnawyt,حناوية,Ḩannāwīyah,ḨanāwīyihLBSouth Governorate33.2211135.277220Asia/Beirutpopulated place
278222Ech ChâouiAsh Shawi,Ash Shāwī,Ech Chaoui,Ech ChâouiLBMont-Liban34.1630635.881670Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272331KhourmâtaKhourmata,Khourmâta,Khurmatah,KhurmātahLBBaalbek-Hermel34.0966736.261670Asia/Beirutpopulated place
270874MastîtâMastita,Mastîtâ,Mastītā,mstyta,مستيتاLBMont-Liban34.107535.658060Asia/Beirutpopulated place
276441BkhochtaïBkhechtay,Bkhishtay,Bkhochtai,Bkhochtaï,Bkhouchtai,Bkhouchtaï,Bkhushtayah,Brichtai,bkhshtyt,بخشتيةLBMont-Liban33.7997235.618330Asia/Beirutpopulated place
7870231AaititAitit,AytiitLB33.2275435.306470Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272836Kfar QoûqKafr Quq,Kafr Qūq,Kfar Qouq,Kfar Qoûq,kfr qwq,كفر قوقLBBéqaa33.5338935.89250Asia/Beirutpopulated place
270764MaïssateAl Maysat,Al Maysāt,Maissate,Maysat,Maysāt,Maïssate,almysat,الميساتLBNabatîyé33.2627835.619440Asia/Beirutpopulated place
7869859JmayjmehJmeyjmeyLB33.2152835.434170Asia/Beirutpopulated place
265949ZardeqZardah,Zardaq,Zardeq,Zardāq,zrdaq,zrdq,زرداق,زردقLBMont-Liban34.11635.712470Asia/Beirutpopulated place
278648Ard el FaouârArd al Fawwar,Ard el Faouar,Ard el Faouâr,Arḑ al FawwārLBMont-Liban33.8958335.8250Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280559El AabriAl `Abrah,Al ‘Abrah,El Aabra,El Aabri,El Lebri,alʿbrt,العبرةLBMont-Liban34.0761135.784170Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279500El MarjAl Marj,El Marj,almrj,المرجLBMont-Liban33.6494435.459170Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280182El GhâbéAl Ghabah,Al Ghābah,El Ghabe,El Ghâbé,alghabt,الغابةLBMont-Liban33.8827835.640830Asia/Beirutpopulated place
432778MqouftiMqoufti,Muqfati,Muqfatī,mqfty,مقفتيLBMont-Liban33.7222235.605560Asia/Beirutpopulated place
276229BolhosBalhas,Balhâs,Bolhass,Bolhos,Bulhus,Bulḩuş,blhs,بلحصLBMont-Liban34.093935.808430Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279852JdaïdéAl Jdaydah,Al Judaydah,Ej Jdaide,Ej Jdaïde,Jdaide,Jdaïdé,Judaydah,jdydt,جديدةLBBaalbek-Hermel34.2486136.387780Asia/Beirutpopulated place
268674RemhâlaEr-Ramliyah,Remhala,Remhâla,Rimhala,Rimḩālā,rmhala,رمحالاLBMont-Liban33.7408335.563330Asia/Beirutpopulated place
271516Mrâh es SraïjMarah as Siraj,Marah as Surayj,Marāḩ as Sirāj,Marāḩ as Surayj,Mrah es Sraij,Mrâh es Sraïj,mrah alsryj,مراح السريجLBLiban-Nord34.4205635.994720Asia/Beirutpopulated place
267330ChîraChira,Chîra,Shira,Shīrā,shyra,شيراLBLiban-Nord34.272535.865830Asia/Beirutpopulated place
6280284Ed DahrAdDahr,Aḑ Ḑahr,Ed Dahr,aldhr,الضهرLBMont-Liban34.0902835.7150Asia/Beirutpopulated place
7869897Majdel SilimMAJDELSILMLB33.221735.464490Asia/Beirutpopulated place
266373Ouâdi el AarâyechOuadi el Aarayech,Ouâdi el Aarâyech,Wadi al `Ara’ish,Wādī al ‘Arā’ishLBBéqaa33.8611135.895830Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272889KfardenîsKafr Danis,Kafr Danīs,Kfardenis,Kfardenîs,kfr dnys,كفر دنيسLBBéqaa33.5494435.853060Asia/Beirutpopulated place
6273730Haret et TahtaHarat at Tahta,Haret et Tahta,hart althta,حارة التحتا,Ḩārat at TaḩtāLBMont-Liban33.8322735.5880Asia/Beirutpopulated place
269070QortâdaQirtada,Qirtadah,Qirţāḑah,Qortada,Qortâda,qrtadt,قرطاضةLBMont-Liban33.8597235.623890Asia/Beirutpopulated place
6271366El MeghraïqaAl Maghrayqah,Al Mughrayqah,El Meghraiqa,El Meghraïqa,almghryqt,المغريقةLBMont-Liban33.5978735.452550Asia/Beirutpopulated place
271095MaaroûbMa`rub,Maaroub,Maaroûb,Ma‘rūb,mʿrwb,معروبLBSouth Governorate33.2858335.347220Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272565Khalwat ‘AynābLBMont-Liban33.7666735.550Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272808Kfar TounKafr Tun,Kafr Tūn,Kfar TounLBAakkâr34.5583336.359170Asia/Beirutpopulated place
276419BnahrâneBinahran,Binahrān,Bnahran,Bnahrane,Bnahrâne,Bnahrān,bnhran,بنهرانLBLiban-Nord34.2744435.852220Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272812Kfar SîrKFAR SYR,Kafr Sir,Kafr Şīr,Kfar Sir,Kfar Sîr,kfr syr,كفر صيرLBNabatîyé33.3276635.399180Asia/Beirutpopulated place
277400Aïn TintaAin Tinta,Ain Tounta,Aïn Tinta,Aïn Tounta,`Ain Tanta,`Ayn Tanta,‘Ain Tanta,‘Ayn TantāLBAakkâr34.5844436.183890Asia/Beirutpopulated place
8717736KhraïbéAl Khuraybah,Khraibe,Khraïbé,alkhrybt,الخريبةLBLiban-Nord34.2391835.798170Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280227El BouaïdaAl Buwaydah,Al Buwayḑah,Bweidah,El Bouaida,El Bouaïda,El-Bweidah,albwydt,البويضةLBNabatîyé33.3613935.580560Asia/Beirutpopulated place
278531Er RabouéAr Rabiyah,Ar Rabwah,Ar Rābiyah,Er Rabie,Er Raboue,Er Raboué,Er Râbié,alrbwt,الربوةLBMont-Liban33.9144435.609440Asia/Beirutpopulated place
268216SanaallahSan` Allah,Sanaallah,Şan‘ Allāh,صنعاللهLBLiban-Nord34.4063935.931390Asia/Beirutpopulated place
270580Mazraat SaradaEl-`Amrah,El-‘Amrah,Mazra`at Sarada,Mazra`at Sarda,Mazraat Sarada,Mazra‘at Saradā,Mazra‘at Sardā,مزرعة سرداLBNabatîyé33.2922235.598890Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279856Ej JdaïdéAl Judaydah,Ej Jdaide,Ej Jdaïdé,aljdydt,الجديدةLBSouth Governorate33.5544435.582780Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280301El BiyadAl Bayad,Al Bayyad,Al Bayyāḑ,Al Bayāḑ,Bayada,Bayadah,Bayâda,Bayāḑah,El Biyad,albyad,البياضLBSouth Governorate33.204435.327140Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279259El QâdrîyéAl Qadiriyah,Al Qādirīyah,El Qadriye,El Qâdrîyé,alqadryt,القادريةLBLiban-Nord34.4165235.928070Asia/Beirutpopulated place
278330ChebrqiyéAsh Shabarqiyah,Ash Shabarqīyah,Ash Shabraqiyah,Ash Shabraqīyah,Chebrqiye,Chebrqiyé,Cherbrqiye,Cherbrqiyé,alshbrqyt,الشبرقيةLBBéqaa33.7780635.871390Asia/Beirutpopulated place
6280900AarastaAarasta,`Arasta,ʿrsta,عرستا,‘ArastāLBMont-Liban34.0861135.880280Asia/Beirutpopulated place
11829485El BlayetAl Balayit,Al Balayiţ,El Blayet,alblayt,البلايطLBMont-Liban33.8010935.603390Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280536El AalâliAl `Alali,Al ‘Alālī,El Aalali,El AalâliLBMont-Liban33.9752835.770830Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272405Khirbat al JurdLBAakkâr34.4833336.133330Asia/Beirutpopulated place
273277Jouâr el BouâcheqJiwar al Bawashiq,Jiwār al Bawāshiq,Jouar el Bouacheq,Jouâr el BouâcheqLBMont-Liban34.0002835.701670Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280209El FouârAl Fawwar,Al Fawwār,El Fouar,El Fouâr,alfwar,الفوارLBLiban-Nord34.213835.928450Asia/Beirutpopulated place
266132YahchoûchYahchouch,Yahchoûch,Yahshush,Yaḩshūsh,yhshwsh,يحشوشLBMont-Liban34.0669135.737360Asia/Beirutpopulated place
270590Mazraat NahhoûléMazra`at Nahhulah,Mazraat Nahhoule,Mazraat Nahhoûlé,Mazra‘at Nahḩūlah,Mazra‘at Naḩḩūlah,mzrʿt nhwlt,مزرعة نحولةLBSouth Governorate33.3829635.267640Asia/Beirutpopulated place
435417El MaqsafAl Maqsaf,Al Maqşaf,El Maqsaf,almqsf,المقصفLBSouth Governorate33.5647235.375560Asia/Beirutpopulated place
6273769SbahiyéSabahiyah,Sbahiye,Sbahiyé,sbahyt,Şabāḩīyah,صباحيّةLBMont-Liban33.8235.547220Asia/Beirutpopulated place
270746Ma‘zārLBBéqaa33.5833335.966670Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272148LâlaLala,Lâla,Lālā,lala,لالاLBBéqaa33.5991735.76250Asia/Beirutpopulated place
271054Mâr YoûssefMar Youssef,Mar Yusuf,Mâr Yoûssef,Mār Yūsuf,mar ywsf,مار يوسفLBLiban-Nord34.2613935.702780Asia/Beirutpopulated place
6271817MezherMezher,Muzhir,mzhr,مزهرLBMont-Liban33.8033335.74250Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279578El MâlkîyéAl Malikiyah,Al Mālikīyah,El Malkiye,El Mâlkîyé,El-Malkiyah,Malikiyah as Sahil,Mālikīyah as Sāhil,almalkyt,malkyt alsahl,المالكيّة,مالكية الساحلLBSouth Governorate33.2102835.246670Asia/Beirutpopulated place
267877ChâhoûtaChahouta,Châhoûta,Shahuta,ShāḩūtāLBLiban-Nord34.2291735.76750Asia/Beirutpopulated place
271570Mrâh ej JâjéBechouate,Béchouâte,Marah al Jajah,Marāḩ al Jājah,Mrah ej Jaje,Mrâh ej JâjéLBBaalbek-Hermel34.1494436.140560Asia/Beirutpopulated place
6278577KnaïsséLBAakkâr34.6011136.440280Asia/Beirutpopulated place
275901Dahr el MdaqqaDahr al Midaqqah,Dahr el Mdaqqa,Ḑahr al MidaqqahLBMont-Liban34.0258335.629720Asia/Beirutpopulated place
6275283Er RadoutAr Raduq,Ar Rādūq,Er Radout,alradwq,الرادوقLBMont-Liban33.8413935.513610Asia/Beirutpopulated place
277666Aïn el HânoûtAin el Hanout,Aïn el Hânoût,`Ayn al Hanut,‘Ayn al ḨānūtLBMont-Liban34.0708335.7250Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280106El HamraAl Hamra’,Al Ḩamrā’,El HamraLBLiban-Nord34.1794435.882780Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280696AadloûnAadloun,Aadloûn,Adloun,`Adlun,ʿdlwn,عدلون,‘AdlūnLBSouth Governorate33.4061235.274140Asia/Beirutpopulated place
275394DoûrisDouris,Douriss,Doûris,Doûriss,Duris,DūrisLBBaalbek-Hermel33.9877836.179170Asia/Beirutpopulated place
273343JiblayéJabali,Jabalī,Jiblay,Jiblaye,Jiblayé,jbly,جبليLBMont-Liban33.6133335.609720Asia/Beirutpopulated place
11829577Hay en NahrHay en Nahr,Hayy an Nahr,hy alnhr,حي النهر,Ḩayy an NahrLBMont-Liban33.7506535.46040Asia/Beirutpopulated place
6280246Diqqâr GhorfîneDiqqar Ghorfine,DiqqarGhufrin,Diqqâr Ghorfîne,Diqqār Ghufrīn,dqarghfryn,دقّار غفرينLBMont-Liban34.1535.659170Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280135El HabisAl Habis,Al Ḩabīs,El Habis,alhbys,الحبيسLBNabatîyé33.0858335.423610Asia/Beirutpopulated place
270652Mazraat AassâfMazra`at `Assaf,Mazraat Aassaf,Mazraat Aassâf,Mazra‘at ‘Assāf,mzrʿt ʿsaf,مزرعة عسافLBLiban-Nord34.2489535.875120Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279900EJ JâhlîyéAl Jahiliyah,Al Jahiliyih,Al Jāhilīyah,Al Jāhilīyih,EJ Jahliye,EJ Jâhlîyé,Ej Jaliye,Ej Jâlîyé,El Jalieh,El-Jahliyah,Jahliye,Jâhlîyé,aljahlyt,الجاهليةLBMont-Liban33.6672235.511110Asia/Beirutpopulated place
266718ToultâtaThulthata,Thulthatah,Thulthātah,Thulthātā,Toultata,Toultâta,thlthatt,ثلثاتةLBBéqaa33.4958335.747220Asia/Beirutpopulated place
11829465MjadeaaMajadi`,Majādi‘,Mjadeaa,مجادعLBMont-Liban33.8067835.539940Asia/Beirutpopulated place
6279745AarbîyaLBLiban-Nord34.2313935.775560Asia/Beirutpopulated place
277867Et TiriAt Tayri,At Tiri,Aţ Ţayrī,Aţ Ţīrī,El Tairi,El Taïri,Et Tiri,Et-Teiri,Ett Tairi,Ett Taïri,Tairry,Tiri,altyry,الطيريLBNabatîyé33.1415335.405490Asia/Beirutpopulated place
11806955El AaqabâtAl `Aqabat,Al ‘Aqabāt,El Aaqabat,El Aaqabât,العقباتLBSouth Governorate33.4436835.572550Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272207Kroûm ed DaïaaKroum ed Daiaa,Kroûm ed Daïaa,Kurum ad Day`ah,Kurūm aḑ Ḑay‘ah,كروم الضيعةLBBéqaa33.8041735.829720Asia/Beirutpopulated place
280341El BâroûkAl Baruk,Al Bārūk,Barouk,Baruk,Bâroûk,El Barouk,El Baruk,El Bâroûk,El Bārūk,albarwk,الباروكLBMont-Liban33.7063935.681390Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279604MhattaAl Mahattah,Al Maḩaţţah,El Mahatta,Mhatta,almhtt,المحطةLBMont-Liban33.8130635.529440Asia/Beirutpopulated place
270031Nabaa el AassalNab` al `Asal,Nabaa el Aassal,Nab‘ al ‘Asal,نبع العسلLBBéqaa33.8266735.818330Asia/Beirutpopulated place
279172El QachaAl Qasha,Al Qashā,El QachaLBMont-Liban34.0138935.790560Asia/Beirutpopulated place
11126042Sheikh AyashLBLiban-Nord34.6230636.09250Asia/Beirutpopulated place
272382Khirbet RoûhaKhirbat Ruha,Khirbat Rūḩā,Khirbet Rouha,Khirbet Roûha,khrbt rwha,خربة روحاLBBéqaa33.5716735.85250Asia/Beirutpopulated place

Lebanon: A Geographical and Cultural Overview

Lebanon, a small yet historically rich country nestled on the eastern shores of the Mediterranean Sea, offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and strategic geographic location. With its diverse landscapes—ranging from the rugged mountains to the fertile coastal plains—Lebanon’s geography has profoundly shaped its history, economy, and urban development. Understanding the spatial distribution of its cities, regions, and departments is essential for appreciating the country’s complex interplay of physical geography and human settlement patterns. Accessing geographic data, including precise coordinates of cities and their regional affiliations, is crucial for anyone interested in exploring the finer details of Lebanon’s geographical makeup.

Lebanon’s Landscape: From Mountains to Coastlines

Lebanon’s landscape is one of its defining features. The country is dominated by two major mountain ranges: the Mount Lebanon range, running parallel to the Mediterranean coast, and the Anti-Lebanon range, which forms the eastern border with Syria. Between these mountain ranges lies the fertile Bekaa Valley, a major agricultural hub that has supported human settlement for millennia. To the west, the Mediterranean coastline provides Lebanon with over 200 kilometers of beaches, making it a crucial point for trade and cultural exchange in the region.

The country’s diverse topography—mountains, valleys, and coastal plains—has not only shaped its climate but also its settlements. The mountains offer a temperate climate that supports both agriculture and residential development, while the coastal plain has allowed for port cities and urban centers to thrive. The Bekaa Valley, with its fertile soil and access to water, has long been an agricultural center, producing everything from grains to wine. This geographical variation has influenced how cities and towns have developed, with urbanization concentrated along the coast and in the valley, while the mountains remain more sparsely populated.

Access to detailed geographic data, such as the latitude and longitude of Lebanon’s cities, is essential for understanding how natural features have influenced settlement patterns and urban development. By exploring the relationship between Lebanon’s physical features and its urban distribution, one can gain deeper insights into the country’s regional development and its challenges related to infrastructure and resource management.

Urban Distribution in Lebanon

Lebanon is home to a number of vibrant cities and towns, each with its own historical and cultural significance. The capital city, Beirut, located along the Mediterranean coast, is Lebanon’s largest and most important city. Beirut has been a major cultural and economic center in the region for centuries, with a history of diverse influences from the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, and Europeans. Today, Beirut serves as the country’s political, financial, and commercial hub, though it faces significant challenges related to urban sprawl, infrastructure development, and environmental sustainability.

Other significant cities include Tripoli in the north, which is known for its historical sites and rich cultural heritage, and Sidon, a coastal city that was once a powerful Phoenician port. Tyre, another ancient city, lies further south and continues to be an important site for tourism and archaeology. In the Bekaa Valley, Zahleh serves as an important agricultural and trade center, while Baalbek, with its famous Roman ruins, draws both researchers and tourists.

The distribution of cities across Lebanon highlights the country’s diverse geography. Urban centers are largely concentrated along the coast and in the Bekaa Valley, while smaller towns and villages are scattered throughout the mountain regions. This uneven distribution has implications for infrastructure, economic activity, and regional development. Detailed geographic data, such as the coordinates of each city and its corresponding region or department, allows for a more accurate understanding of Lebanon’s urban landscape and helps in addressing the challenges posed by its geography.

The Role of Geographic Data in Lebanon’s Development

In a country like Lebanon, where the geography is as varied as its culture and history, having access to accurate geographic data is critical for both planning and development. The precise latitude and longitude of cities, along with their regional and departmental affiliations, provide essential insights into how the country is organized geographically and how resources are distributed across its different regions.

Lebanon’s geography presents several challenges. The mountainous terrain makes transportation and infrastructure development in some areas more difficult, while the concentration of population and economic activity along the coast has led to urban congestion and pressure on resources. By obtaining geographic data, planners can better understand how to allocate resources and plan for sustainable development. For example, knowing the exact geographic coordinates of cities such as Beirut, Tripoli, or Zahleh allows for better transportation planning and resource management, helping to address the urban challenges of population density, pollution, and infrastructure needs.

Geographic data is also essential for analyzing the distribution of natural resources. The Bekaa Valley’s fertile soil, for example, has allowed for a thriving agricultural industry, but the valley’s relatively low elevation makes it more prone to flooding during heavy rains. By studying the geographical relationship between Lebanon’s cities and natural features, planners and policymakers can develop strategies to mitigate the risks posed by natural disasters and climate change.

Geographic Data for Research and Policy Development

Accessing geographic data on Lebanon, including detailed information on the locations of cities and their corresponding regions, is vital for a wide range of research and policy applications. Our comprehensive database provides this data, offering precise coordinates for cities across Lebanon, along with regional and departmental divisions. This information is invaluable for researchers, urban planners, and government officials who need to make informed decisions based on geographic considerations.

For example, accurate geographic data can assist in regional development projects by identifying areas with the greatest need for infrastructure investment, such as roads, utilities, and healthcare services. It also helps in disaster preparedness, allowing authorities to assess the vulnerability of specific regions to earthquakes, floods, and other natural hazards. Furthermore, geographic data on the distribution of Lebanon’s urban and rural areas can help policymakers create more equitable economic and social development strategies that consider the unique needs of different regions.

Geographic data is also crucial for cross-border cooperation and international development projects. Lebanon’s proximity to Syria and Israel, combined with its complex political landscape, means that cross-border collaboration is vital for managing shared resources, such as water from the Litani River. Detailed geographic data can support such collaborations by identifying key areas of concern and providing the necessary information to address issues of regional stability, environmental sustainability, and resource management.

Conclusion

Lebanon’s geography, with its diverse landscapes, historical cities, and strategic location along the Mediterranean, plays a key role in shaping the country’s urban development, economy, and culture. Understanding the spatial dynamics of Lebanon is essential for both local and regional planning, resource management, and environmental sustainability. Access to accurate geographic data, such as the latitude and longitude of cities, is a critical tool for gaining a deeper understanding of Lebanon’s geography and addressing its development challenges. With a comprehensive geographic database, researchers, planners, and policymakers can make more informed decisions, ensuring a sustainable future for Lebanon’s urban and rural areas alike.

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  • Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
  • City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
  • Alternate_Name: Other names or appellations that the place may have. These alternative names may be in different languages, dialects or even local names.
  • Country_Code: This is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for the country in which the place is located. For example, "US" for the United States, "FR" for France.
  • Region: This represents the first-order administrative division in which the location is situated. For example, this could be a state, province or territory.
  • Sub_region: This is a second-order administrative division, such as a county or district, within the region.
  • Latitude: The geographical latitude of the location, usually in decimal degrees.
  • Longitude: The geographical longitude of the location, also usually in decimal degrees.
  • Elevation: The elevation or altitude of the location in relation to sea level, usually measured in metres.
  • Population: The estimated number of inhabitants or population of the location.
  • Timezone: The time zone in which the location is located, in accordance with global time zone standards.
  • Fcode_Name: This is a code that categorises the type of location. For example, "PPL" could mean a populated place, while "PPLC" could be the capital of a political entity.
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