Leptis Magna, Archaeological site in Al-Khums, Libya
The ancient city features Roman structures including a forum, amphitheater, marketplace, and detailed architectural elements carved from local limestone.
Founded by Phoenicians in the 7th century BCE, Leptis Magna developed into a major Mediterranean trading center under Carthaginian and Roman rule.
The city's architecture combines Punic traditions with Roman engineering, incorporating local building methods and materials in its monumental structures.
Visitors can explore the excavated ruins spread across 50 hectares, with guided tours available through the on-site archaeological management office.
The site contains a 12-mile aqueduct system and the Hunting Baths, which display intact painted scenes with inscribed names of ancient hunters.
Location: al-Khums
Inception: 7 century BCE
GPS coordinates: 32.63833,14.29050
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:53
Libya is home to many Roman, Greek, and Berber archaeological sites such as Leptis Magna and Cyrene. The country features ancient Saharan cities like Ghadames, religious monuments, and museums with historical collections. The territory also includes significant natural sites with rock carvings, oases, lakes, and mountain ranges.
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