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Visiting Libya

Q: Libya contains the ancient Roman city of Leptis Magna, one of the most complete and well-preserved Roman ruins in the Mediterranean?

Yes. Libya contains the ancient Roman city of Leptis Magna, one of the most complete and well-preserved Roman ruins in the Mediterranean.

Q: About 90% of Libya is desert, making it one of the most arid countries on Earth?

Yes. About 90% of Libya is desert, making it one of the most arid countries on Earth.

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Capital

Tripoli

Population

7.0M

Currency

Libyan Dinar (LYD)

Best Time to Visit

October–March

Travel Statistics

#53

World Tourism Rank

0.09%

of World Land Area

UNESCO Sites

Neighboring Countries

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Recommended: October–March

Fun Facts

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Libya contains the ancient Roman city of Leptis Magna, one of the most complete and well-preserved Roman ruins in the Mediterranean.

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About 90% of Libya is desert, making it one of the most arid countries on Earth.

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Libya's Roman ruins at Leptis Magna rival anything in Italy, standing in splendid desert isolation.

- A traveler on visiting Libya

About Libya

Libya is a vast North African nation dominated by the Sahara Desert, with a Mediterranean coastline rich in ancient history. The Roman ruins at Leptis Magna, Sabratha, and Cyrene are among the finest in the world, while the Saharan rock art of the Acacus Mountains dates back thousands of years. Though currently challenging for tourism, Libya's archaeological treasures remain among the most impressive in Africa.