Tyre juts out from the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, and is located about 80 km (50 mi) south of Beirut.

Nov 12, 2025 · Tyre, town on the Mediterranean coast of southern Lebanon, located 12 miles (19 km) north of the modern border with Israel and 25 miles (40 km) south of Sidon (modern …

Nov 23, 2021 · Tyre was in its golden age around the 10th century BCE and, in the 8th, was colonizing other sites in the area. The Tyrians were known as workers in dye from the shells of …

Oct 16, 2025 · According to tradition, the city of Tyre was founded in 2750 B.C., and is considered one of the world’s oldest metropolises. For much of its history, Tyre has played an important …

Tyre, known as Ṣūr in Arabic, is a coastal city located in the South Governorate of Lebanon. This city is not only known for its beautiful beaches but is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site with …

There are two ways to get to Tyre via taxi - the first is a simple private hire (US$80-90 from Beirut, per car), or the 'service' option where you can share with other people who are travelling in a …

Founded by the Phoenicians, Tyre emerged as a significant maritime and trading power in the ancient world, renowned for its purple dye production and seafaring prowess.