Ghadames
غدامس
A beautiful oasis town dating back to the Roman period still serves as reprieve from the brutal summer sun in Libya.

📜 Ancient oasis town in Libya, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore unique pre-Saharan architecture designed for desert living.
☀️ Find reprieve from intense heat in covered alleyways and thick walls.
🚶 Wander through a historic settlement with a rich Roman and Berber past.
💡 Gain cultural insights into traditional community life and water management.

Tips

🏠 Many residents return to the old city during summer for its natural cooling.
🚶‍♀️ Women can enjoy open-air terraces, traditionally reserved for them.

Location

📍 Located approximately 550 km southwest of Tripoli, near Algerian and Tunisian borders.

Last updated 9 days ago

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