Libya Country Guide
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Libya Country Guide

Sabratha, Libya © www123rf.com/Clara Natoli

Slowly but surely emerging from years of international isolation, Libya's beauty and diversity are still relatively unknown and, as a result, the country remains largely unspoilt. The whitewashed capital Tripoli is, for North Africa, a quiet city, with a good selection of restaurants and hotels. The large city of Benghazi is the country's commercial heart. On the crossroads of ancient civilisations, Libya's Mediterranean coast boasts the spectacular remains of the grand Roman cities of Leptis Magna and Sabratha, and the fine Greek cities of Cyrene and Apollonia.

Sahara desert
Most of the country is desert and what a desert. The Sahara is more accessible in Libya, and infinitely beautiful. From the peace of the magnificent dunes of the Idehan Murzuq to the traditions of the old oasis cities like Ghadames and Ghat, from the picturesque palm-fringed Ubari Lakes to the dramatic Akakus mountains with many prehistoric rock carvings, Libya has it all.

Libyan people
A visit to Libya is only possible on an escorted tour, but a local guide will add to your understanding of his country. Libyans are warm and hospitality is a duty. Most Libyans are a mix of Arab or Berber descent. Berbers, including Tuaregs, live in the more remote areas and form about 10% of the population, whilst the rest lives in the cities on the coast.
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