Libya in West Africa is popular among tourists for its desert safaris. Libya's coastline is rewarded with excellent beaches, all natural, untouched by the urban pollution and away from the mundane chaos providing you azure blue waters. It is a renowned tourist destination for diving and water sports. Some of the most popular travel destinations in Libya are: Idehan Ubari with its towering sand dunes and desert lakes and Jebal Acacus that depicts the rock art.
The best time to visit Libya is between November and March whereas trip to Libya should be avoided between April and October and in the late spring and early autumn in October characterized by strong sandstorms. You can initiate your Libya tour from Tripoli famous for Red Castle, Assai al-Hamra and The Jamahiriya Museum. The art and architecture at Libya represents the aesthetic taste of the former rulers: the Turks, Karamanlis, Spaniards, Knights of Malta, Italians and several others.
Benghazi is the second largest city and a major commercial center in Libya. The ancient heritage city of Libya makes a great base for exploring the lush Jebel Akhdar area and the numerous Roman ruins along the coast. The picturesque virgin beaches of Benghazi add to its charm completely. Freedom Square in Benghazi is one of the city's most enchanting spots. Apart from the churches, mosques and beaches; visit the several beach clubs and tourist villages within the city.
In the southwest of Tripoli lies the oasis town of Ghadhames close to the borders of Algeria and Tunisia. Ghadhames, a traditional desert place famous for its desert architecture has earned the sobriquet 'Pearl of the Desert' in the West Africa. A large archaeological museum also stands with its precious collection of antique items discovered in the excavations frequently carried out in Ghadhames.
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