Lira

Lira is a term that can refer to several different concepts, primarily related to currency and music. This article will explore the various meanings and uses of the term "Lira."

Currency

The term Lira has been used as the name of several currencies in different countries. The most notable examples include:

Italian Lira

The Italian lira (plural: lire) was the currency of Italy before the adoption of the euro in 2002. It was introduced in 1861 and was subdivided into 100 centesimi. The lira was replaced by the euro at a rate of 1,936.27 lire to 1 euro.

Turkish Lira

The Turkish lira (symbol: ₺; code: TRY) is the currency of Turkey and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The lira is subdivided into 100 kuruş. The current lira was introduced in 2005, replacing the old lira at a rate of 1 new lira = 1,000,000 old lira.

Syrian Lira

The Syrian lira (code: SYP) is the currency of Syria. It is subdivided into 100 qirsh. The lira has been in use since 1919, replacing the Egyptian pound.

Lebanese Lira

The Lebanese lira (code: LBP) is the currency of Lebanon. It is also subdivided into 100 qirsh. The lira has been in use since 1939, replacing the Lebanese pound.

Music

The term Lira also refers to a type of musical instrument.

Lira (Instrument)

The lira (instrument) is a traditional stringed instrument that has been used in various forms across different cultures. It is similar to the lyre and is often associated with Byzantine music and folk music in the Balkans and Eastern Europe.

Geography

The term Lira can also refer to a geographical location.

Lira, Uganda

Lira, Uganda is a city in Northern Uganda. It is the main municipal, administrative, and commercial center of Lira District. The city is located approximately 337 kilometers north of Kampala, the capital and largest city of Uganda.

See Also

• Lyra (constellation)
• Lyre

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