One of the most spectacularly preserved ancient Roman cities in the world, Leptis Magna (or Lepcis Magnae) near Khums takes the breath away. The grand entry to the site is the Arch of Septimus Severus. It has been wonderfully restored and the result is mind-boggling! The path from the entrance to the arch, which is located on much lower ground, does not reveal anything until the very last second and then it hits you! Hadrian’s Baths of Leptis Magna were potentially the most magnificent place in the city and arguably the most extravagant baths in the Roman Empire. The baths contained several pools, sophisticated heating system for the steam rooms (sauna) and complex toilet. All was meticulously decorated with different variety of marble, perfectly sculpted statues and elaborate mosaics. [edit text][editors]
