Lebanon is a diverse country with a population of around 6 million people. The major ethnic groups in Lebanon are:
- Lebanese Arabs (95%): The Lebanese Arabs are the largest ethnic group in Lebanon and are descended from the Arab tribes that settled in the region in the 7th century. The Lebanese Arabs are predominantly Muslim, with a minority of Christians.
- Armenians (4%): The Armenians are the second largest ethnic group in Lebanon and are descended from the Armenians who fled the Armenian Genocide in the early 20th century. The Armenians are predominantly Christian and are concentrated in the Beirut area.
- Kurds (1%): The Kurds are a Kurdish people who are descended from the Kurds of Turkey and Iraq. The Kurds are predominantly Muslim and are concentrated in the Bekaa Valley.
- Other (1%): The other ethnic groups in Lebanon include Greeks, Assyrians, Circassians, and Palestinians.
Territories of Lebanon
Lebanon is divided into eight governorates:
- Akkar Governorate
- Baalbek-Hermel Governorate
- Bekaa Governorate
- Beirut Governorate
- Mount Lebanon Governorate
- Nabatieh Governorate
- North Governorate
- South Governorate
The governorates are further divided into districts and municipalities.