Lebanon country guide: capital, Independence Day, and colours (BN)
📍 Lebanon
Theme Independence Day 2026
Lebanon is marked on this page by the facts that stay useful all year: the capital is Beirut, the national observance is Independence Day on 22 November, and the national colours are red and green. Lebanon marks 22 November 1943, when the French mandate's hold ended and the republic's independence was secured.
Capital and region (BN)
Beirut is the capital. Lebanon sits in the Asian time region, on the Asia/Beirut clock. National ceremonies for Independence Day are centred there.
The national day
The next Independence Day is Sunday, 22 November 2026. Lebanon marks 22 November 1943, when the French mandate's hold ended and the republic's independence was secured. Locally it is called Eid al-Istiqlal. The year on this page follows that next date, so it changes after the observance passes.
Colours and how the day looks
The national colours are red and green. Streets, schools and public buildings use them on Independence Day. The image on this page is an original ToolSphare poster painted in those colours.
Independence Day FAQs
What is the capital of Lebanon?
The capital is Beirut.
When is the next Independence Day?
The next date is Sunday, 22 November 2026.
What are the national colours?
The national colours are red and green.
What does the national day mark?
Lebanon marks 22 November 1943, when the French mandate's hold ended and the republic's independence was secured.
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