A Biosphere Reserve is a protected area that is established to conserve biodiversity and promote sustainable development in a particular region.


Biosphere reserves aim to balance the conservation of natural ecosystems with the sustainable use of natural resources by local communities.

Biosphere reserves are designated by UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) under its Man and the Biosphere Programme. The programme was launched in 1971 with the aim of improving the relationship between people and their environment through research, education, and sustainable development. Biosphere reserves typically consist of three zones: a core area, a buffer zone, and a transition area. The core area is strictly protected and reserved for conservation purposes, while the buffer zone is used for activities that are compatible with conservation, such as sustainable agriculture and tourism. The transition area is where the majority of the human population lives and where sustainable development activities are encouraged. Currently, there are over 700 biosphere reserves in more than 120 countries around the world.
The Largest Nature Reserve in Lebanon