Lebanon
Word Search Puzzle
Here's a word search on the country of Lebanon. The puzzle grid hides 20 words and phrasesBanking, Civil War, Fertile, Flatland, Hyena,
Jewelry, Juniper, Mediterranean, Muslim, No Census,
No Desert, Ottoman, Phoenician, Red Fox, Scrap Iron,
Smokers, Sun City, Tourism, Beirut, Refugees associated with Lebanon. But there's a twist. Only 18 of these 20 words are actually listed. So you're on your own to find the 2 unlisted ones. A full solution is provided if you get stuck.
By the way, we designed this puzzle to be easily read. Both the puzzle grid and word list are in large 17-point font size. And the puzzle grid, which is 22×20 letters, spans the entire width of the page. This way you won't have to squint.
Fun Facts About Lebanon
- Lebanon's city of Byblos is one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities. People have lived there since roughly 5000 BC. It was a crucial Phoenician port and a center where scribes developed the 22-character Phoenician alphabet.
- Beirut was famously called the "Paris of the Middle East" in the 1950s–70s for its glamorous nightlife, fashion, and cosmopolitan vibe before the devastating 1975–92 Civil War.
- Lebanon has one of the highest number of public holidays in the world (around 20) because of its diverse religious makeup of Christians and Muslims, and national holidays like Independence Day.
- Lebanese hospitality is a cornerstone of the nation's cultural identity and is deeply rooted in ancient Phoenician trading history. In Lebanese culture, hosting is a sacred duty and a source of pride.
- Lebanon is home to a staggering number of Roman ruins, including the Temple of Jupiter with columns taller than many modern buildings.
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