Ghadames
Very nice oasis in the desert in Libya
Old medina and spettacular sunset in the dunes, near at the border to Algeria and Tunisia
Tipical caravan oasis in the old times, from the desert to north more
mahamoud
Ghadames, known as 'the pearl of the desert', stands in an oasis. It is one of the oldest pre-Saharan cities and an outstanding example of a traditional settlement. Its domestic architecture is characterized by a vertical division of functions: the ground floor used to store supplies; then another floor for the family, overhanging covered alleys that create what is almost an underground network of passageways; and, at the top, open-air terraces reserved for the women. more
Winzrik Motel
Winzrik Motel - not really a motel but a pleasant hotel from the WTS Group, charged LYD 30 (€17) for single and LYD 35 (€20) for a double with en suite shower. It was a very good value. The premises were clean, well organised, skillfully decorated and spacious. The very friendly and helpful staff on site was available to assist in organising trips to the desert and nearby attractions. They could help with bookings of other places to stay in Libya for no extra charge. Almost like a very good travel agent. Unlike other hotels from the same group (the one to avoid is in Nalut) this one was very well maintained and its bathrooms were clean. Management maintained a large book for guests feedback. It was huge.
The hotel was located on the main road leading to Ghadames, about 800 yeards from the core of the new town, which was in turn a few yards away from the walls of the old town. Very convenient. more
Dan Baro
After dinner, I went back to the Dan Baro Café for a drink (LYD 1 (€0.60) all soft drinks). The café was beautifully lit with small lamps, which gave subdued light in the little garden. I ordered beer (non-alcoholic, of course!) and the owner prepared shisha for me. The person behind the bar, offered me to see the house, of which I was rather curious. The house was very richly decorated in gold, red and white. The young man explained everything to me and even let me on the roof for a view. Well, I thought it was for a view, but actually he was trying to explain that in the past, women were not allowed in the streets so they were walking on the roofs. And by the way, the kitchen, for the convenience apparently, was also located at the top terrace of the house. more
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