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# Phoenicia
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## Facts
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In ancient times, Phoenicia was a wealthy country along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It was located in the western region of what is the present-day country of Lebanon.
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* In New Testament times, the capital of Phoenicia was Tyre. Another important Phoenician city was Sidon.
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* Phoenicia was well-known for its cedar trees, purple dye, and their ability to travel and trade by sea. They were highly-skilled boat builders.
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