Tourist Attractions in Tripoli, Libya

There are many popular tourist attractions in Tripoli worth exploring while you are here. The sightseeing spots reflect the past and history of the city. Tripoli is situated 85 kilometers to the north of Beirut and has a special character of its own. Some of the popular tourist attractions in Tripoli are enlisted below:

1.     The Citadel

The Citadel of Tripoli is also known as Qal’at Sinjil. It has been renovated and changed many times during its history. It is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the city. Today the castle’s main features are an octagonal Fatimid constructions converted to a church by the Crusaders, some Crusader structures of the 12th-13th centuries, a number of 14th century Mamluke additions, as well as additions made by the Ottomans in the 16th century.

2.     Church of St. John of the Pilgrims Mount

The significant remains of this Crusader church were found in the Maronite Cemetery of Saint John about 200 meters south of the Castle on Abu Samra hill. There are two joined chapels in this church, the larger of which has a semi-circular apse and the smaller one with a rectangular apse.

3.     The Great Mosque

This mosque is yet another important tourist attraction of the city. The construction began in the year 1294 and completed in 1315. The large courtyard of the mosque is surrounded by porticos, a domed and vaulted prayer hall.

4.     Taynâl Mosque

This popular mosque was built in the year 1336 by Saif ed-Dine Taynâl on the site of a ruined Crusader Carmelite church. The neighboring domed mausoleum holds the tomb of the founder. Some important elements of the original structure were re-used in the construction of the mosque.

5.     Al-Muallaq Mosque

The name means "hanging mosque" and is named so because it is on the second floor. This small mosque was built in the middle of the 16th century and has a plain whitewashed interior and an attractive courtyard garden.

6.     Al-Qartâwiyat Madrassa

The popular madarasa is known for the fine workmanship of its ceilings decorated with honey-comb patterns. It was built during the first quarter of the 14th century A.D.

Some of the other important tourist attractions include Khanqash, Hammam 'Izz ed-Dîne, Hammam el-Abed (near Khan es-Saboun), Khân Al-Khayyatin, Khân Al-Misriyyîn, Souk Al-Haraj, Lions' Tower and many more.

The mentioned places of interest are only a part of the great variety of attractions in Tripoli. If you are still hesitating where the best place for your next holiday is, Tripoli is the answer! There are also lots of beautiful hotels in Tripoli. You can choose from cheap or luxurious hotels in Tripoli. They all offer excellent quality of the service that will meet your expectations!