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Libya

Al Khums / Sea, Sand, and Shwarma

MeowScore 😿54/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😿
🌳 Parks and greenery 😾
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

June

Vibrant celebrations and delicious Libyan cuisine.

🏛️
january

Visit Al Khums for warm weather and cultural festivals. 🌞🎉🐱

🕍
february

Explore the city's ancient ruins in cooler temperatures. ❄️🏛️🐱

🎉
march

Experience the traditional Horse Festival and enjoy the beautiful scenery. 🐴🌳🐱

🍇
april

Enjoy the sea breeze and visit the local markets for fresh produce. 🌊🍅🐱

🛥️
may

Take a dip into the Mediterranean Sea and go on a boat tour. 🚣🌊🐱

🍽️
june

Join the celebration of Eid al-Fitr and indulge in Libyan cuisine. 🍲🎉🐱

👣
july

Experience the Libyan summer by swimming, sunbathing and strolling around the city. ☀️🏊🚶🐱

🎭
august

Attend the annual Date Festival and witness folklore performances. 🐪🎭🐱

🎁
september

Explore the impressive medina and buy souvenirs. 🏬🎁🐱

🍶
october

Attend the Olive Festival and taste local olive oil. 🍸🍷🐱

🌰
november

Experience the beautiful fall foliage on a scenic hike. 🍂🌳🐱

🎆
december

Celebrate Libyan Independence Day and enjoy fireworks. 🎆🎉🐱

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping in Al Khums is moderately priced, but the unstable economy makes purchases volatile. Tourists must also be cautious when haggling with vendors to avoid being overcharged.

Be prepared to bargain and don't be afraid to walk away if the price is too high. Consider purchasing souvenirs from local markets and shops to support the economy.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

coastal town exploration

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

coastal town exploration

Al Khums is a small town, so most tourists stop by for a day or two while passing through to other cities in Libya.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Libya

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Libya

Cash is the preferred method of payment in Libya. It is not common to split the bill, and haggling may be expected in markets and street vendors.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited infrastructure and slow speeds.

meh Availability

The internet is available but access is not widespread.

good Cellular

Good cellular coverage but data speeds vary.

Electric socket type D

Common in India. Old British standard BS 546, requires grounded receptacle, doesn't accept other plug types.

LYD

1 LYD =
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biking hostile

Poor infrastructure

walking hostile

Limited infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Homophobic society

Catnip fields and fishy aromas, Al Khums is a feline paradise for curious cats.

Purring through the pawsome ruins, cats can't resist exploring the ancient city.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Aswad Mosque
🛍️
Alrai Center
🌊
Beach of Al Khums
🏛️
Museum of Al Khums
🏰
Qasr Ahmed

The mainstream

🕌
Aswad Mosque

A beautiful mosque with intricate carvings and decorations. Cats can admire the architecture and learn about the Islamic religion.

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🛍️
Alrai Center

A modern shopping center with a variety of stores and restaurants. It's a great place for cats to shop and dine.

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🌊
Beach of Al Khums

A beautiful sandy beach with crystal-clear waters. The perfect spot for cats to sunbathe and play in the waves.

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🏛️
Museum of Al Khums

A great place for cats to learn about the history and culture of the city. The museum has interesting exhibits and artifacts.

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🏰
Qasr Ahmed

Historical fortress with a great view of the sea and the city. Cats can explore the ruins and imagine being ancient warriors.

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Off the beaten path

🏖️
Al Khums Beach
🕸️
Abandoned Hotel
🐟
Fish Market
💕
The Cave of Lovers
🏛️
Ancient Roman Villa

Off the beaten path

🏖️
Al Khums Beach

A secluded and stunning beach with crystal clear waters and soft sand. The ideal spot for cats who love to relax and soak up the sun.

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🕸️
Abandoned Hotel

A creepy and fascinating abandoned hotel with stunning sea views. The perfect spot for curious cats who love to explore.

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🐟
Fish Market

A bustling fish market where local fishermen sell their daily catch, featuring a variety of fresh seafood that will make any cat's mouth water.

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💕
The Cave of Lovers

A romantic spot rumored to have inspired the star-crossed lovers in Libya's own Romeo and Juliet-style story. The cave features stunning stalactites and stalagmites.

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🏛️
Ancient Roman Villa

This 2nd-century villa features well-preserved mosaics depicting exotic animals and is surrounded by fragrant citrus groves.

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biking hostile

Poor infrastructure

walking hostile

Limited infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Homophobic society

Mindful meoweler tips

Useful external sites

www.tripadvisor.com

TripAdvisor↗

Read reviews, compare prices and book the best hotel for your stay in Al Khums

www.lonelyplanet.com/libya/al-khums

Lonely Planet↗

Travel guide to Al Khums with tips and advice on things to do, see, ways to save money, and cost information.

www.booking.com/city/ly/al-khums.html

Booking.com↗

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