René Moawad Garden

René Moawad Garden

The René Moawad Garden is located in the Sanayeh District of Beirut and one of the oldest public open-air spaces in Beirut. [ [http://universes-in-universe.org/eng/islamic_world/articles/2006/ashkal_alwan Ashkal Alwan ] ] Covering 22,000 square meters, the garden is a popular destination for walkers, joggers and children. The garden is also popular among the elderly who sit in the shade of the trees to play cards, backgammon or chess. The garden is also a place where artists exhibit their work. [ [http://universes-in-universe.org/eng/islamic_world/articles/2006/ashkal_alwan Ashkal Alwan ] ]

The garden was originally called the Sanayeh Garden, but it was renamed in honor of President René Moawad who was assassinated on November 22, 1989.

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