Here at Jdeideh Municipality, we are at the heart of a vibrant community. Jdeideh Municipality serves as the administrative capital of the Matn District. It is a coastal municipality.
Jdeideh is also known as Jdayde. It is also known as Jdaideh and Jdeidet el-Matn. This bustling area covers approximately 6 square kilometers. It lies in Beirut’s northern suburbs. These suburbs form what is known as Greater Beirut.
The Jdeideh Municipality comprises three villages. They are Jdeidet el-Matn, Bauchrieh, and Sed el Bauchrieh. The population is a mix of ethnic Armenian and Assyrian people. Around 160000 people call Jdeideh home.
Within the Jdeideh Municipality, each village has its representation. Jdeidet el-Matn has five municipal council members. Bauchrieh has nine. Sed el Bauchrieh has seven.
Jdeideh is important for industry. It is also a significant hub for commerce and banking. But its story stretches back much further than that.
Archaeological discoveries reveal a rich history. Jesuit fathers found three archaeological sites in Jdeideh. Two sites contained Heavy Neolithic flints. These flints are from the Qaraoun culture.
Jdeideh I lies northeast of the town. It sits on the Nahr Mout’s left bank. Raoul Describes discovered it. He found tools spanning various periods. These included Acheulean, Middle Paleolithic, Upper Paleolithic, and Heavy Neolithic. You can now find these artifacts at the Saint Joseph University. They are part of the Museum of Lebanese Prehistory.
Jdeideh II is also northeast. Auguste Bergy discovered an Upper Paleolithic collection. It contained brown Cretaceous flint scrapers. These scrapers included a specialist type. This type was also found at Ain Cheikh. They were named Grattoirs de côté.
Jdeideh III sits on a wooded hilltop. Bergy also found this site. He recovered a Qaraoun culture type. This included Gigantolithic items. There were massive choppers, scrapers on flakes, and coarse picks.
In 2014, Christians formed a large part of the registered voters in Jdeideh. Muslims also represented a notable segment. Maronite Catholics were the largest Christian group. Sunni Muslims were the most significant Muslim group. Greek Orthodox and Greek Catholics also had a presence.
Today, Jdeideh Municipality continues to evolve. It balances its historical roots with modern development. As you stand here, consider the layers of history beneath your feet. Think of the people who have shaped this community. Jdeideh is a place where the past and present meet. It is a testament to the enduring spirit of Lebanon.