The district has 101 populated areas with 30 municipalities covering 37 villages.

The highest populated part of the district overlooks the Qozhaya Valley, which is the northern branch of the Holy Valley of Qadisha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Horsh Ehden Nature Reserve is in the mountains within the district.

Agriculture stays the main activity of the district with an important olive oil production in the coastal area and fruits (apple and pears) in the mountain area.

The recent years saw the development of a modest service sector around the economic pole of Zgharta.