Greeks in Lebanon
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The Greeks in Lebanon (οι Έλληνες στο Λίβανο) had presence in present day Lebanon that dated to ancient times, and the Phoenicians and Greeks (both maritime peoples) shared close ties. The Greek alphabet, for example, is derived from the Phoenician one. The Greek presence is attested by several place names, and the close ties between Greeks and the Lebanese Greek Orthodox and Greek Catholic communities.
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Regions with significant populations | |
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Beirut (Greater Beirut), Tripoli | |
Languages | |
Arabic, Greek | |
Religion | |
Antiochian Orthodox Church, Islam |
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