Miniyeh Explained

Official Name:Miniyeh
Native Name:Arabic: المنية
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Pushpin Map:Lebanon
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Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Type1:Governorate
Subdivision Type2:Districts of Lebanon
Subdivision Name1:North Governorate
Subdivision Name2:Miniyeh-Danniyeh District
Leader Title:Mayor
Leader Name:Imad Mataar
Population Total:20,680
Timezone:+2
Timezone Dst:+3
Coordinates:34.4653°N 35.9378°W
Website:http://www.mymenieh.com/

Miniyeh (Arabic: المنية) is the capital of the Miniyeh-Danniyeh District in North Governorate of Lebanon. Minya is located 96 km from Beirut at an altitude of 20 m above sea level.

History

Following the Battle of Sannine, on March 635 the Battle of Miniyeh took place between the Arab armies of the Rashidun Caliphate and the remaining forces of Legio IV Fidelis. The battle was part of the Muslim conquest of the Levant. The outcome of the battle was an annihilation of the Byzantine empire forces and removing their threat on Tyre.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Mostafa Matar - Soccer player profile & career statistics - Global Sports Archive. 2020-11-23. globalsportsarchive.com.