Tripolitaine, district d’Al Murqub, Libya
Leptis Magna and Al Khums
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Near Al Khums, Leptis Magna is a port town in ancient times. The arch of Septime Severus, civic spaces and archaeological collections illuminate the development of this city associated with the emperor. The modern port belongs to the geographical context of the area; it does not constitute a promise of tourist access.
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Identity summary
2 to 3 days
Spring · Autumn
Recommended car
Coast · City · Heritage
Limited accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Leptis Magna and Al Khums
Near Al Khums, Leptis Magna is a port town in ancient times. The arch of Septime Severus, civic spaces and archaeological collections illuminate the development of this city associated with the emperor. The modern port belongs to the geographical context of the area; it does not constitute a promise of tourist access.
Archaeological site of Leptis Magna, Arc de Septime Severe and Museum of Leptis Magna give the most telling landmarks of Leptis Magna and Al Khums. Together, they form a destination where the coastline, urban life and heritage meet, with atmospheres that change over the stages rather than a single uniform decor.
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For a stay of 2 to 3 days, it is better to balance visits and travel times. Also to be anticipated: tourist trip formally not recommended within the chosen perimeter. Activities describe a heritage interest, without available visit offer and access to sites, state of monuments, time and authorizations to be confirmed; no guaranteed inside access. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. However, some sites require more walking, elevation or preparation.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Archaeological site of Leptis Magna
- Arc de Septime Sévère
- Leptis Magna Museum
- Al Khums
- Théâtre de Leptis Magna
- Ancient market of Leptis Magna
Before you choose
- Tourist travel formally not recommended within the selected perimeter. Activities describe a heritage interest, without an offer of available visits.
- Access to sites, state of monuments, timetables and authorizations to be confirmed; no inside access guaranteed.
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Heritage
Archaeological site of Leptis Magna
Leptis Magna developed on the coast of the present Libya and experienced a major boom under Septime Severus, native to the city. Its remains allow to read a large ancient city, with commercial, civic and monumental spaces.
Heritage
Arc de Septime Sévère
This monumental arch of the third century is located in Leptis Magna, hometown of Septime Severe. Rediscovered and then re-established by anastylosis, it testifies to the staging of imperial power in the urban space of the city.
Museum
Leptis Magna Museum
The archaeological museum of Al Khums preserves testimonies of the people who occupied Leptis Magna. Sculptures, pottery, metal objects and trimmings allow us to approach daily life as well as the religious representations of the ancient world.
Walk
Al Khums
Al Khums is a port town on the Mediterranean coast, close to the ruins of Leptis Magna. It provides the contemporary urban context of the area, distinct from the archaeological site and its ancient monumental spaces.
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