National Library of Libya, Benghazi

#6 among attractions in Benghazi

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The National Library of Libya is the national library of Libya, located in Benghazi. It holds 150,000 volumes. The national librarian is Mohamed A Eshoweihde. ()

Local name: دار الكتب الوطنية Established: 1972 (52 years ago)Coordinates: 32°7'12"N, 20°4'9"E

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Benghazi Libya

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National Library of Libya – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Benghazi Lighthouse, Atiq Mosque, Benghazi Cathedral, 23rd July Lake.

0.5 miNW
Lighthouse
Benghazi Lighthouse, Benghazi
12 min walk • 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.
0.5 miW
Mosque
Atiq Mosque, Benghazi
12 min walk • 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, forms the north side of Freedom Square.
0.7 miSW
Church
Benghazi Cathedral, Benghazi
18 min walk • Benghazi Cathedral is a former Roman Catholic church in the city of Benghazi, Libya. It is located in the city center.
1.1 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
23rd July Lake, Benghazi
27 min walk • 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.
0.5 miSW
Square
Maydan al Shajara, Benghazi
14 min walk • 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.
1.1 miSE
32°6'20"N • 20°4'37"E
Al-Hayat Mall, Benghazi
29 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
1 miNE
32°7'57"N • 20°4'39"E
Omar Al-Mukhtar Mosque msjd mr almkhtar, Benghazi
26 min walk • Mosque
0.6 miS
32°6'44"N • 20°4'22"E
24 hours public shopping Market, Benghazi
15 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
1.3 miSE
32°6'31"N • 20°5'10"E
Al-Iglaa' Park, Benghazi
33 min walk • Zoo, Aquarium
~1410 ftSW
Universities and schools
University of Benghazi, Benghazi
7 min walk • 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.
1.1 miS
Sport, Sport venue
Suliman Ad-Dharrath Arena, Benghazi
29 min walk • Suliman Ad-Dharrath Arena is an indoor sporting arena located in Benghazi, Libya. It is used mainly for indoor sports such as volleyball and basketball. It has a seating capacity of 2,000 people and was opened in 1967. It was one of two host arenas for the 2009 African Basketball Championship.

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Which popular attractions are close to National Library of Libya?

Nearby attractions include University of Benghazi, Benghazi (7 min walk), Atiq Mosque, Benghazi (12 min walk), Benghazi Lighthouse, Benghazi (12 min walk), Maydan al Shajara, Benghazi (14 min walk).

How to get to National Library of Libya by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Library of Libya:

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Bus Station (8 min walk)
Bus Station Central (16 min walk)