Halba
| Halba حلبا | |
|---|---|
| City | |
  Halba Location within Lebanon | |
| Coordinates: 34°33′2″N 36°4′41″E / 34.55056°N 36.07806°ECoordinates: 34°33′2″N 36°4′41″E / 34.55056°N 36.07806°E | |
| Country |
 Lebanon |
| Governorate | North Governorate |
| District | Akkar District |
| Elevation | 167 m (548 ft) |
| Time zone | EET (UTC+2) |
| • Summer (DST) | EEST (UTC+3) |
| Dialing code | +961 |
Halba (Arabic: حلبا) is the capital of the Akkar District in the North Governorate of Lebanon, close to the border with Syria. It is located at around 34°33′2″N 36°4′41″E / 34.55056°N 36.07806°E.
The population in Halba is divided between Sunni Muslims, Greek Orthodox Christians and Maronite Christians.
Halba is home to Sada Akkar Newspaper, the only privately owned news agency in Akkar District. Halba is also home to a Lebanese Red Cross First Aid Center.
Sports
The most recognizable sports in Halba are football and basketball.
External links
Halba news section on Sada Akkar newspaper
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