General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Tripoli |
| Country | Libya |
| Currency | Libyan Dinar |
| Main religion | Islam |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 49.4% |
| Gdp | $78.13 billion |
| Size | 1,759,540 km² |
| Population | 6,936,980 |
| Population density | 4 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 2.45 |
| City population | 74.4% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 12∘C |
| Summer | 32∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Arabic |
| Population able to read | 89.9% |
| Population with a college degree | 21.1% |
| Population able to speak english | 32.2% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 58 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 5/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Libyan Airlines |
| Main airport | Tripoli International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.25 |
| Cigarettes | $2.5 |
| Burger | $3 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $2 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $300/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $60/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $150/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $2.5/10km |
| Petrol | $0.50/l |
| Rental car | $25/day |
| Public transportation | $1/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 0% |
| Vat | 0% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $6000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 14.35/MBits |
| Tld | .ly |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 65% |
| Phone mobile data | $20 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 90% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Friday |
| Closing times | 10:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Souq.com |
| Supermarket | Al-Madina |
| Pharmacy | Al-Hikma |
| Drugstore | Bin Sina |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 1:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 2/10 |
| Bars | 3/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 2/10 |
| Public Parks | 4/10 |
| Swimming | 3/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Asida | A semolina-based porridge served with a variety of toppings, such as honey, dates, or nuts. | $2-3 |
| Batenjan Mahshi | Eggplant stuffed with rice, ground beef, and vegetables. | $5-7 |
| Couscous | A semolina-based dish served with a variety of stews or vegetables. | $4-6 |
| Fasolakia | Green beans cooked in a tomato sauce. | $3-4 |
| Ftira | A flatbread topped with various ingredients, such as cheese, tomatoes, or olives. | $2-3 |
| Harissa | A spicy pepper paste made from chili peppers, garlic, and cumin. | $2-3 |
| Kofta | Grilled or fried meatballs made from ground beef or lamb. | $4-6 |
| Libyan Salad | A salad made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and parsley. | $2-3 |
| Makarona | A pasta dish made with macaroni, tomato sauce, and ground beef. | $3-4 |
| Mloukhia | A soup made with jute leaves, garlic, and coriander. | $4-6 |
| Shurba | A soup made with lamb or beef, vegetables, and spices. | $3-4 |
| Tajine | A stew made with meat, vegetables, and spices. | $5-7 |
| Zalabia | A sweet pastry made from fried dough. | $1-2 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Libyan Coffee | A strong, bitter coffee brewed with cardamom and sugar. | $1.50 |
| Tea | A popular beverage served with mint or lemon. | $0.75 |
| Fruit Juice | Freshly squeezed fruit juice, such as orange, pomegranate, or watermelon. | $1.00 |
| Lassi | A yogurt-based drink flavored with fruit or nuts. | $1.25 |
| Sahlab | A warm, creamy drink made with orchid powder, milk, and sugar. | $1.50 |
| Bamia | A sweet, syrupy drink made with okra, sugar, and lemon juice. | $1.00 |
| Buza | A fermented milk drink similar to kefir. | $1.25 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Berber Jewelry | Handmade jewelry made of silver, gold, and semi-precious stones | $20-$100 |
| Pottery | Handcrafted pottery with intricate designs | $10-$50 |
| Rugs | Woven rugs with traditional Libyan patterns | $50-$500 |
| Leather Goods | Handmade leather goods, such as bags, wallets, and shoes | $20-$100 |
| Spices | A variety of spices, such as cumin, coriander, and paprika | $5-$20 |
| Dates | Sweet and sticky dates, grown in the Libyan desert | $5-$10 |
| Olive Oil | Extra virgin olive oil, produced in Libya’s olive groves | $10-$20 |
| Honey | Pure honey, produced by Libyan bees | $5-$15 |
| Camel Figurines | Handcrafted camel figurines made of wood, metal, or ceramic | $10-$50 |
| Libyan Flag | The Libyan flag, a symbol of national pride | $5-$10 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Revolution Day | February 17 | Commemorates the 2011 Libyan revolution |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Eid al-Fitr | End of Ramadan | Celebrates the end of the fasting month of Ramadan |
| Eid al-Adha | 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah | Celebrates the sacrifice of animals during the Hajj pilgrimage |
| Independence Day | December 24 | Commemorates Libya’s independence from Italy in 1951 |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Al-Fajr al-Jadid |
| Online news | Libya Observer |
| Tv | Al-Ahrar TV |
| Radio | Radio Libya |