The Lebanese have always expressed their various identities through the intertwining of religion, food, music and dance. Lebanese culture and traditions are honoured at haflis (parties), mahrajans (feasts), and by musicians playing the traditional five-stringed instrument, the Oud.

What are some Lebanese beliefs?

Religious Beliefs. Lebanon is made up of Muslim and Christian sects which escaped persecution throughout history by seeking shelter in its mountains. No one religion is dominant. The country has Muslim Shiites, Sunnis, Druzes and Christian Maronites, and Greek Orthodox and Armenian Orthodox.

What are the Lebanese known for?

Here are 11 things of which all Lebanese people are proud.The Cedar. Mentioned in the epic of Gilgamesh and the bible, this famous tree from which the Phoenicians built their fleet is a source of pride for the Lebanese. The countrys landscape. Their deep history. Their culture. Their food. Themselves. Beirut. The nightlife.More items •Dec 30, 2017

What happens in a traditional wedding ceremony in Lebanon?

The Lebanese Zaffe is one, extravagant warm-up to a big party. The bride and groom make a grand entrance as they dance their way onto the main dance floor surrounded by drummers and professional zaffe dancers. They then continue to dance on the floor, while their guests are around them clapping and being entertained.