What historic Ottoman building in downtown Beirut serves as the headquarters of the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. The Grand Serail (al-Sarāy al-Kabīr)
- Step 1: The Grand Serail was originally constructed in 1853 as an Ottoman military barrack on a hill overlooking downtown Beirut.
- Step 2: It was restored in the 1990s as the official headquarters of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers.
Answer
The Grand Serail (al-Sarāy al-Kabīr).
Why not the others: 'Petit Serail' was demolished in the 1950s; 'Beiteddine Palace' is a historical heritage site in the Chouf; 'Pine Residence' is the official residence of the French Ambassador.
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