Louvet Travel: Libya

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Why visit Libya?

Ancient cities, beaches, camel riding, folk culture, history, horseback riding, monuments, mountainous region, ruins, and scuba diving.

At a Glance

Local Cuisine to Try: Basbousa (Dessert Cake). Bazin (Bread). Bil-Bosla (Couscous). Hasa Adas (Soup). Kufta Bil Batinjal (Meat Dish). Makaruna Imbaukha (Pasta). Ruz Hoot Bil Kusbur (Fish Dish). Shakshouka (Egg Dish). Tajin Mahshi (Stuffed Vegetables).

Fun Facts

In 1951, became independent.
In 1992, broke a world record with temperatures reaching 136.4 °F.
Coastline is the longest of any African country bordering the Mediterranean.
Arkenu structures once were thought to be two impact craters.
Holds the largest oil reserves in Africa.
Home to the largest network of water pipes (Great Man-Made River).
Nearly 97% are Muslims even though historically one of oldest Jewish communities in the world (300 BC).
The city of Leptis Magna is considered one of the best preserved Roman archaeological sites in the world.

Cyrene, Libya. Photo Credit: hamza88/Pixabay

Special Holidays/Occasions

Annual Events: (March) Nalut Spring Festival, (August) Zuwarah Awessu Festival, (October) Ghadames Festival, (November) Ghat Festival, and (December) Acacus Festival.
Holidays: Libyan Revolution Day, May Day, Eid al-Fitr, June Solstice, Day of Arafah, Eid al-Adha, Muharram, Martyrs' Day, September Equinox, The Prophet's Birthday, Liberation Day, December Solstice, and Independence Day.

Good to Know

Due to civil unrest travel is not recommended.
Compared to other Arab countries women are amongst the most liberated.
Does not have bars, concert halls, or nightclubs. Few art galleries or theaters.
Do not pass or receive food with your left hand.
Culturally avoid exposing the soles of your feet.
Both men and women should dress modestly.
Northern region has a milder Mediterranean-like climate.
Journalists are known targets from armed groups.
Homosexuality is illegal. Subject to fines and incarceration.
A large country with a small population.
Arabic speaking and Arab culture.
Museums are primarily in Tripoli.
Staple food varies by area (western/pasta and eastern/rice).
Alcohol consumption is illegal throughout the country.
Small towns do not usually have restaurants.
The export of local currency is prohibited.
A Israeli passport or VISA may not enter.
Egypt and Tunisia borders are known to close without notice.
You're required to carry proof of citizenship and VISA with you at all times.
Extremist groups are known to target USA travelers.
Do not photograph government buildings, employees, or military.
Predominantly “cash-only". MasterCard and VISA are not widely accepted.
There is no direct commercial air service to the USA by carriers registered here. Service can be sporadic and cancelled without warning.

Photo Credit: WikiImages/Pixabay

This international destination requires:

Prone to dust storms and sandstorms.

Your Must-See & Do

UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Archaeological Site of Cyrene, Archaeological Site of Leptis Magna, Archaeological Site of Sabratha, Old Town of Ghadamès, and Rock-Art Sites of Tadrart Acacus.

Sabratha , Libya. Photo Credit: Mohamed Sadiq/Unsplash

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021