Benghazi
in Sha‘bīyat Banghāzī, Libya

How to get there and get around
Noteable things around
  • Benghazi Zoo (zoo, (3 mi)
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
32.115 and 20.069 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 32° 6' 53" and E 20° 4' 6"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dinar - LYD
Spoken languages:
Arabic, Italian, English
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 07:59 AM (Sunday)
Timezone: Africa/Tripoli
UTC/GMT offset: 2 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:49 am and 7:23 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-21.953 and -157.925 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Tamarua
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for Libya in Northern Africa

Safety Score: 5,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning it is not safe to travel Libya.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Libya. Last Update: 2024-05-04 08:22:41

Touring Benghazi

Benghazi in Sha‘bīyat Banghāzī with it's 650,629 residents is a town located in Libya about 404 mi (or 651 km) east of Tripoli, the country's capital place.

Time in Benghazi is now 07:59 AM (Sunday). The local timezone is named Africa / Tripoli with an UTC offset of 2 hours. We know of 3 airports nearby Benghazi. The closest airport in Libya is Benina International Airport in a distance of 12 mi (or 19 km), East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

We collected 1 points of interest near this location.

Being here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Al Marj, Ajdabiya, Al Bayda', Darnah and Sirte. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 20°C / 68 °F

Morning Temperature 18°C / 64 °F
Evening Temperature 20°C / 67 °F
Night Temperature 18°C / 65 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 56%
Air Pressure 1019 hPa
Wind Speed Moderate breeze with 11 km/h (7 mph) from South
Cloud Conditions Clear sky, covering 0% of sky
General Conditions Sky is clear

Monday, 6th of May 2024

22°C (71 °F)
19°C (66 °F)
Broken clouds, moderate breeze.

Tuesday, 7th of May 2024

24°C (76 °F)
21°C (70 °F)
Broken clouds, moderate breeze.

Wednesday, 8th of May 2024

28°C (83 °F)
27°C (81 °F)
Broken clouds, fresh breeze.

Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Adams: Americans and the Families Affected by Benghazi Terrorist Attack Deserve Answers

Published: October 10, 2012
Length: 40:41 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: oversightandreform

Learn More at http://oversight.house.gov.


Libye: attaque du Consulat américain à Benghazi

Published: September 12, 2012
Length: 35:52 min
Rating: 3 of 5
Author: Europe Israël

Le 11 septembre 2012, un groupe de salafistes armés de kalachnikov et de roquettes RPG a attaqué le Consulat américain à Benghzai tuant l'Ambassadeur américain, Chris Stevens, ainsi que...


يا مدرستي Ya Madarasti by G.International School Benghazi

Published: October 31, 2014
Length: 50:31 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: ali muzaffar

The school is located in Benghazi, Libya & this is a collection of memories of the school, Honorable Principal Ma'am Mrs.Tabassum Mansoor. Ya Madrasati, We Welcome You to G.International School.


Farenthold Pushes for Answers on Contradictory Obama Admin Stories on Benghazi Attack

Published: October 10, 2012
Length: 23:39 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: oversightandreform

Learn More at http://oversight.house.gov.


بنغازي ... ذكريات الثورة ... Benghazi 2011

Published: May 26, 2012
Length: 15:55 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: MrBenghazi2011


Fuga de más de mil internos en cárcel de Benghazi, Libia

Published: July 29, 2013
Length: 21:04 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: teleSUR tv

Miles de presos se fugaron en una cárcel en la localidad libia de Benghazi, esto luego de un motín. Fueron mil 117 los internos que escaparon, de los cuales mil fueron recapturados y 40 se...


BENGHAZI . بنغازي 2-6-2014

Published: June 02, 2014
Length: 06:58 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: مفتاح الشريف

By: ElShreef-M.YOUTube ~ بنغازي تولع بنغازي قصف عنيف ...


Four killed in clash in Benghazi

Published: December 21, 2012
Length: 30:36 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: teleSUR English

Four people were killed and 10 wounded when security forces clashed with armed demonstrators outside a police station in the eastern Libyan city of Benghazi, authorities said said. teleSUR...


Destruída embajada de EE.UU. en Benghazi

Published: September 12, 2012
Length: 36:37 min
Rating: 3 of 5
Author: teleSUR tv

La sede diplomática en Benghazi quedaron completamente destruidas tras impactarse unos cohetes contra las instalaciones, cobrando la vida del embajador y otros tres funcionarios. teleSUR ...


Ataque con bomba a sede diplomática de EE.UU. en Benghazi

Published: June 06, 2012
Length: 30:25 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: teleSUR tv

La sede de la misión diplomática estadounidense en Libia sufrió un ataque con bomba. Hasta el momento ningún grupo se ha atribuído el hecho. teleSUR http://multimedia.telesurtv.net.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Benghazi

Benghazi /bɛnˈɡɑːzi/ is the second largest city in Libya, the capital of the Cyrenaica region (or ex-Province), and the former provisional capital of the National Transitional Council. The wider metropolitan area (which includes the southern towns of Gimeenis and Suluq) is also a district of Libya. The port city is located on the Mediterranean Sea.

Located at 32.1167, 20.0667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Benghazi, 525 BC establishments, Ancient Greek sites in Libya, Cyrenaica, Districts of Libya, Port cities and towns in Libya, Populated places established in the 6th century BC, Roman sites in Libya, Theran colonies, Populated places in Benghazi District

March 28 Stadium

March 28 Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Benghazi, Libya. Also known as 'Sports City Stadium' It is a part of Benghazi Sports City. It was used mostly for football matches and it also has athletics facilities. The stadium holds 65,000. The stadium is sometimes used by the Libya national football team although it is not as popular a choice as the capital's June 11 Stadium.

Located at 32.1018, 20.0724 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Football venues in Libya, Sports venues in Libya, Athletics (track and field) venues in Libya, Multi-purpose stadiums in Libya, Buildings and structures in Benghazi

Suliman Ad-Dharrath Arena

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 10,000 people and was opened in 1967.

Located at 32.1042, 20.0733 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Indoor arenas in Libya, Buildings and structures in Benghazi

23rd July Lake

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 (about 1,000,000 square metres).

Located at 32.1042, 20.0639 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Lakes of Libya, Benghazi

Benghazi Cathedral

Benghazi Cathedral is a former Roman Catholic cathedral in the city of Benghazi, Libya. It is located in the city center and is currently disused and undergoing renovation work.

Located at 32.1139, 20.0594 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Cathedrals in Libya, Buildings and structures in Benghazi, Roman Catholic churches completed in 1939, Roman Catholic churches in Libya, Roman Catholic cathedrals in Africa

Berca Airfield

Berca Airfield is an abandoned military airfield in Libya, which is located in the vicinity of the Al Birkah suburb of Benghazi. Its precise locatino is unknown as the urban growth of Benghazi has absorbed the former airfield's location. During World War II it was used by the United States Army Air Force during the North African Campaign by the 98th Bombardment Group, which flew B-24 Liberator heavy bombers from the airfield between 26 March-4 April 1943.

Located at 32.0997, 20.0804 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Airfields of the United States Army Air Forces in Libya, World War II desert airfields

University of Benghazi

University of Benghazi, formerly known as the Garyounis University, is a public university in Benghazi, Libya.

Located at 32.1167, 20.0667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Benghazi, Educational institutions established in 1955, Universities in Libya, Libraries in Libya, University of Benghazi

Maydan al Shajara

Maydan al-Shajara, is a major town square in Benghazi, the second largest city in Libya. A large native Atlas Cedar tree is 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.

Located at 32.115, 20.0625 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Benghazi, Squares in Libya, Buildings and structures of the Libyan Civil War

Tibesti Hotel

The Tibesti Hotel is a hotel situated overlooking the harbour of the 23rd July Lake in the city centre of Benghazi, Libya.

Located at 32.1115, 20.0694 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Year of establishment missing, Hotels in Benghazi

Second Battle of Benghazi

The Second Battle of Benghazi was a battle in the Libyan civil war between army units and militiamen loyal to Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, and anti-Gaddafi forces. The battle marked the start of a United Nations-mandated military intervention in the conflict, with fighter jets from the French Air Force attacking and destroying several pro-Gaddafi units, forcing them to retreat.

Located at 32.1167, 20.0667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Conflicts in 2011, 2011 in Libya, Battles of the Libyan civil war, History of Benghazi, Battles involving Libya

National Library of Libya

The National Library of Libya is the national library of Libya, located in Benghazi. It holds 150,000 volumes.

Located at 32.1193, 20.0692 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Benghazi, National libraries, Libraries in Libya


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
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