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Hotel

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Last updated: 02/21/2007

Itinerary

Day 1

Located in the large Citadel, the National Museum boasts some superb exhibits from Libya's Phoenician, Greek, Roman and Islamic periods, giving you the opportunity to explore the many different backgrounds of the country of Libya.
Hidden in the old city id the Karamanly House, was built during the Karamanly Dynasty rule by Ali Basha, to house his Harim. See exhibits showing a typical layout of architecture and furniture of the era.
With its elegant architecture, Gurgi Mosque was built comparatively recently in 1833 By Mustafa Gurgi and you well have a chance to see inside.

Venture into the old town of Tripoli along the winding lanes of the Souks, where merchants and customer haggle over handicrafts and produce. Enjoy some free time to explore and browse for souvenirs.
Although no vestiges of the Phoenician settlement remain. You well see traces of Roman times including the Arch of Marcus Aurelius (163 A.D) constructed entirely of marble.