Interesting facts about Libya Is a great opportunity to learn more about North Africa. Not so long ago, there was an economic recovery here, but the revolution that took place in 2011 left the country in a dire situation. Perhaps in the future, the state will once again rise on its feet and progress in various areas.
So, here are the most interesting facts about Libya.
- Libya gained independence from Great Britain in 1951.
- Did you know that 90% of Libya is desert?
- In terms of area, Libya is in 4th place among African countries (see interesting facts about Africa).
- Before the civil war in 2011, under the rule of Muammar Gaddafi, local residents received government support to study at foreign universities. Students were paid a considerable scholarship in the amount of $ 2300.
- People have inhabited the territory of Libya since the dawn of mankind.
- When eating food, Libyans do not use cutlery, preferring to use only their hands.
- In the Tadrart-Akakus mountains, scientists have discovered ancient rock paintings, the age of which is estimated at several millennia.
- An interesting fact is that before the start of the revolution, the state paid $ 7,000 to women in labor.
- One of the main sources of income in Libya is oil and gas production.
- During the Jamahiriya (regime of Muammar Gaddafi), there were special police units that did not allow the sale of expired products.
- Before the overthrow of Gaddafi, counterfeiting medicines in Libya was punishable by death.
- Curiously, water in Libya is more expensive than gasoline.
- Before the coup d'etat, Libyans were exempted from paying utility bills. In addition, medicine and medicines in the country were also free.
- Did you know that before the same revolution, Libya had the highest human development index of any African nation?
- Translated from Greek, the name of the Libyan capital, Tripoli, means “Troegradie”.
- Due to the hot and dry climate, Libya has extremely poor flora and fauna.
- On the territory of the Sahara Desert (see interesting facts about the Sahara) there is a mountain that the indigenous people call "Crazy". The fact is that from a distance it resembles a beautiful city, but as it approaches, it turns into an ordinary hill.
- The most popular sport in the country is football.
- The state religion of Libya is Sunni Islam (97%).
- Locals prepare coffee in a very original way. Initially, they rhythmically grind fried grains in a mortar, and the rhythm is important. Then saffron, cloves, cardamom and nutmeg are added to the finished drink instead of sugar.
- As a rule, Libyans have a hearty breakfast and lunch, preferring to do without dinner. As a result, many cafes and restaurants close early, as almost no one visits them in the evening.
- In the vicinity of the Ubari oasis, there is an unusual Lake Gabraun, cold on the surface and hot at depth.
- The highest point in Libya is Mount Bikku Bitti - 2267 m.
