El-Manar Palace

El-Manar Palace is a building in Benghazi that combines Italian colonial architecture with local design elements. Its symmetrical facade displays decorative details along the walls that define the entire exterior appearance.

The palace was designed in the early colonial period by architects Alberto Alpago-Novello, Ottavio Cabiati, and Guido Ferrazza. It initially served as an administrative building during that era.

The building displays a blend of Italian and Libyan design elements visible in its facade and interior details. Visitors can see how these two architectural traditions come together in the structure itself.

The building is located in central Benghazi and serves as an easy reference point when navigating the downtown area. It is straightforward to find and visit when exploring the city center.

After the colonial period, the palace was given to the University of Libya and became its first campus building. This transformation shows how the structure took on an entirely new role in society.

Location: Benghazi

Architects: Alberto Alpago-Novello, Ottavio Cabiati, Guido Ferrazza

GPS coordinates: 32.11682,20.05795

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:00