KeserwanJbeil

KeserwanJbeil, often written Keserwan–Jbeil, is a geographic region in Lebanon that informally combines parts of the Keserwan area with the coastal town of Jbeil, known in English as Byblos. The term is widely used in tourism, media, and political discourse to describe a stretch of upland and coastal communities located northeast of Beirut along the Mediterranean Sea.

Geography and administration: The area spans coastal towns along the Levantine shoreline and the adjacent mountains of the Mount Lebanon range. It includes the historic port city of Byblos and the popular coastal town of Jounieh, along with inland towns in the Keserwan plateau. In official administration, Keserwan and Byblos are part of different governorates and districts, but the combined term appears in electoral districts and regional planning, reflecting shared geographic and cultural links.

Demographics and culture: The region has a mixed population with historic Maronite Christian communities and other groups. Byblos is one of Lebanon’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and features archaeological sites, a medieval harbor, and a Crusader castle. Keserwan towns have traditional villages and religious sites, including churches and monasteries, contributing to a diverse cultural landscape.

Economy and infrastructure: Tourism is a major sector, drawing visitors to beaches, historic sites, and mountain scenery. The region is connected to Beirut by coastal and inland road networks, with the Keserwan Highway and other routes linking Jounieh, Kaslik, Byblos, and surrounding towns. Educational institutions such as Université Saint-Esprit de Kaslik and Notre Dame University–Louaize are located in Keserwan, underscoring the area’s role in higher education.