1 mission of Lebanon in Georgia: Consulate of Lebanon in Tbilisi, Georgia. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr Anestas El-Murr, Honorary Consul (as of 2024)
Lebanon offers a unique blend of rich cultural heritage, beautiful natural landscapes, and modern attractions, making it an appealing destination for some Georgian travelers. With 3.8 million Georgians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Lebanon an interesting option despite recent fluctuations in tourist arrivals.
Lebanon is generally considered less safe for tourists compared to Georgia. According to the Global Peace Index, Lebanon ranks 132nd out of 160 countries, while Georgia ranks 98th. Both countries have the same murder rate of 1.9 per 100,000 people, but Georgia has slightly lower female murder rates (1.2 in Georgia vs. 1.0 in Lebanon). In terms of organized crime, Georgia scores better across various categories. For example, mafia groups are rated 2.5 in Georgia compared to 6.0 in Lebanon, and crime networks score 3.0 in Georgia versus 7.0 in Lebanon. Additionally, Lebanon has higher indices for state crime (9.5) and foreign crime (8.0), indicating a more significant presence of organized crime. Overall, while both countries have their challenges, Georgia is statistically safer for tourists than Lebanon.