Libya Info
ADMINISTRATIVE / COMMERCIAL CAPITAL: Tripoli
GEOGRAPHY
Libya is fourth in size among the countries of Africa and it's coastline is the longest of any African country bordering the Mediterranean. Libya covers an area over 1,759,540 square kilometres.
DEMOGRAPHY
A population of close to 6.6 Million. Muslims account for about 97% of the population.
CLIMATE
The climate is Mediterranean, with warm summers and mild winters in the coastal lowlands. In the highlands, the weather is cooler. Summers can be very hot in the deserts.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
Arabic is the official language. Berber and English are widely used as well.
LOCAL TIME
GMT+2 hrs throughout the year
BUSINESS HOURS
Government: 8 AM to 2 PM
General: 8 AM to 4 PM
(Saturday to Wednesday are the working days of the week.Thursday & Friday are considered as weekends)
HOLIDAYS
Independence Day: December 24th
Jamahiriya Day: March 2nd
British Evacuation Day: March 28th
Day of Mourning: October 26th
Muslim Festivals (Based on the lunar calandar):
Id-ul-Fitr
Id-ul-Adha
Milad-un-Nabi
Islamic New Year
CURRENCY
Libyan Dinar
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Police/ Emergencies: 193
Medical: 119
Introduction to Libya
Libya boasts of a varied topography. Most of the country is desert or semi-desert. Moving towards the north Libya prides in having the longest coastline of any African Country. From the mesmerizing dunes of Idehan Murzuq to the traditional oasis towns of Ghadamis and Ghat and from the beautiful Ubari Lakes to the rolling Akakus Mountains, Libya presents travellers with a wide variety of natural attractions to be amazed.The capital of Libya, Tripoli is still an unexplored jewel in North Africa. With whitewashed buildings, a bustling medina and beautiful harbour, Tripoli has a number of interesting historical sites for travellers to visit. The Gurgi and Karamanli masaajid with their attractive tile work and intricate artistry impress the visitors. Gates leading to the old town or medina offer a lovely site for travellers to see.
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Tripoli Overview
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Retaining much of its historical heritage, Tripoli, the capital city of Libya is a stunning destination for travellers to visit.
Tripoli is located along the best natural harbour of North Africa and features an exclusive Mediterranean charm coupled with the Arabic-Islamic touch. It is the most cosmopolitan and largest city of Libya that has beautifully preserved its history. Walking through… -
Libya Overview
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Libya boasts of a varied topography. Most of the country is desert or semi-desert. Moving towards the north Libya prides in having the longest coastline of any African Country. From the mesmerizing dunes of Idehan Murzuq to the traditional oasis towns of Ghadamis and Ghat and from the beautiful Ubari Lakes to the rolling Akakus Mountains, Libya presents travellers with…
