The Beiruter
Cultural heritage
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Cultural heritage - Small Serail - Beirut history - Martyrs’ Square - Ottoman architectureThe Small Serail: The landmark lost to modernization
Once a symbol of Beirut’s transformation into a modern capital, the Small Serail was demolished in the 1950s, leaving behind a lasting absence in the city’s architectural memory. This article retraces the story of the lost landmark, its Ottoman-era design, its role in shaping Martyrs’ Square, and the question of whether Beirut can modernize without erasing its past.By Fadi Badran -
Cultural heritage - Lebanese traditions - Wedding traditions - Folklore - Village lifeThe Lebanese traditions time has left behind
As Lebanon changes, many of the customs that once united families and villages are disappearing. Older generations look back on the traditions that defined everyday life and continue to shape the country's cultural identity.
By Yara Saliba
