Sidon
Sidon: A historic city in Lebanon where ancient traditions meet modern life.
Catholic jurisdiction: Syriac — e of Beirut {Bairut}
About Sidon
Sidon is a coastal city located in the Southern Governorate of Lebanon, within the region of Phoenicia. Known for its rich history and cultural significance, Sidon has been a vital port city since antiquity. It matters not only as a site of historical importance but also as a bustling economic center that preserves ancient traditions while embracing contemporary developments. On rules.city, we gather practical civic information about Sidon, verified against official sources, covering rules, fees, transport, and local services to help you navigate the city easily.
Notable people from Sidon
Ranked by number of Wikipedia languages that have an article — a proxy for cross-cultural notability. Data: Wikidata.
Rafiq Hariri1944–2005Prime Minister of Lebanon (1992–1998, 2000–2004)
Fouad Siniorab. 1943Prime Minister of Lebanon- AAntipater of Sidon-200–-100ancient Greek poet; best known for his list of the Seven Wonders of the World
- ZZeno of Sidon-149–-69Epicurean philosopher from the Phoenician city of Sidon (150-c. 75 BCE)
Riad Al Solh1894–1951Lebonese politician (1894–1951)
Fayza Ahmed1934–1983Syrian-Egyptian-Lebanese singer and actress
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