Beirut River

The Beirut River is a river in Lebanon that flows from the western slopes of Mount Kneisseh and Mount Sannine to the Mediterranean coast, separating the city of Beirut from its eastern suburbs. The river has a long history, dating back to the Stone Age when it was two islands in the delta, and has been the site of various human activities including ancient aqueducts, bridges, and industrial development. Today, the river valley is an important area for bird migration and is home to many species of birds, but it is also heavily polluted due to industrial waste and sewage from the city. The river has undergone significant changes, including the transformation from a riparian river to a concrete canal in 1968, and has been the subject of various flood control and environmental protection efforts.learn more on wikipedia