Discover 9 hidden attractions, cool sights, and unusual things to do in Benghazi (Libya). Don't miss out on these must-see attractions: Benghazi Lighthouse, Atiq Mosque, and Benghazi Cathedral. Also, be sure to include 23rd July Lake in your itinerary.
Below, you can find the list of the most amazing places you should visit in Benghazi (Benghazi).
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Benghazi Lighthouse
The Benghazi Lighthouse is an active lighthouse located on the coast of Libya in the neighborhood of the Sidi Khrebish area in Benghazi. Its NGA number is 21508.[1]
Atiq Mosque
Also known as: المسجد العتيق
Mosque. The Atiq Mosque in Benghazi, Libya, is one of the oldest and best known in the city.
The mosque, also known as Al-Jami al-Kabir (the Great Mosque), forms the north side of Freedom Square. The original structure dates to the early fifteenth century, and since then received many renovations. The present central-domed structure is Ottoman in design.[2]
Address: Umar Al Mukhtar Street, Benghazi
Benghazi Cathedral
Also known as: كاتدرائية بنغازي
Principal church in Benghazi, Libya. Benghazi Cathedral is a former Roman Catholic church in the city of Benghazi, Libya. It is located in the city center.[3]
23rd July Lake
Also known as: بحيرة 23 يوليو
Lagoon in Libya. The 23rd July Lake or Benghazi Lake is a lagoon located between Benghazi's downtown, and the Mediterranean Port of Benghazi. It covers an area of approximately 100 hectares.[4]
Benghazi Zoo
Also known as: منتزه بنغازي
Zoo in Benghazi, Libya. Benghazi Zoo or Al Fuwayhat is a zoo and tourist park in the city of Benghazi, Libya. In 1991, Italian firm Cairtieri Trieste signed a $2 million contract to supply a low draught boat named Al-Berka to give tourist excursions on the lagoon inside the park. But now they call it al-bousko[5]
Maydan al Shajara
Also known as: ميدان الشجرة
Maydan al-Shajara, is a major town square in Benghazi, the second largest city in Libya. A large native Atlas Cedar tree was located in the center of the square, giving it its name. The square is located in the center of Benghazi, linking two primary roads, Gamal Abdel al-Nasser Street and 'Amr ibn al-'As Street.[6]
Benghazi Municipal Hall
Benghazi Municipal Hall or Benghazi Municipality is the former town hall of Benghazi, Libya. It is located in the center of the Italian quarter in Maydan al-Baladia and is currently disused and due to undergo renovation work.[7]
University of Benghazi
Also known as: جامعة بنغازي
Public university in Benghazi, Libya. University of Benghazi, formerly known as Garyounis University, is a public university in Benghazi, Libya and one of the most important institutes of higher education in Libya. It is located in Benghazi, the second largest city in the country. It was founded in 1955 as the University of Libya.[8]
Al-Berka
Also known as: البركة
Al-Berka is a Basic People's Congress administrative division of Benghazi, Libya. As of the 2011 Libyan revolution, the area is simply known as a district of Benghazi after the Gaddafi era Basic People's Congresses were disbanded.[9]