The White Fathers in Ghadames
Founded by Cardinal Charles Lavigerie in Algiers in 1868, the Society of the White Fathers established a brief presence in Ghadames and Tripoli from 1878 to 1881 as part of their plan to reach West Africa by crossing the Sahara, where, south of the vast arid wastes, they intended to continue their missionary work. In Ghadames, the small number of White Fathers eschewed overtly religious activity. Led by on Fr.Louis Richard, an experienced 32 years old veteran of the Algerian Sahara, three White Fathers set off for Ghat, 600 km to the south, on 18 December 1881, accompanied by five Touareg and Chaamba guides. At nightfall on the following day, the three clerics were assassinated by a group of Touaregs. Speculation surrounds the tragic event were the White Fathers seen as an advance guard of French penetration into the Sahara? Or did the merchants of Ghadames fear foreign competition of the trans-Saharan trade routes? There is no way to knowing. The remains of the victims were taken back to Europe, and their remains may be found in several receptacles in the crypt of the Generalate in Rome. Hard by is the tomb of Cardinal Lavigerie himself.
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Plasma Hotel**** - Tripoli |
This very luxurious hotel is located just steps from Tripoli International Fair and a short walk to the city centre (Martyre Square). The hotel boasts wonderful views of the Tripoli city. |
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Bab El Bahar Hotel**** - Tripoli |
Bab El Bahar hotel is situated in the financial district of the city of Tripoli, it over looks the coast of the Mediterranean. |
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Awal Hotel**** - Tripoli |
Awal hotel is a new boutique hotel in Tripoli and with its central location, it offers the very best in modern hotel comfort. WELCOME!!! |
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Four Seasons Hotel (1) - Tripoli |
This luxuriously appointed hotel has been designed to reflect the mélange between the modernity and the Libyan traditional hosting. |
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Al Khaleej Hotel*** - Tripoli |
This charming and affordable hotel with cosy rooms and friendly English speaking staff is an easy stroll to the city centre. |
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Al Kabir Hotel**** - Tripoli /Closed for renovation. |
Al Kabir (Grand) is a 4 star hotel that is surrounded by gardens and offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea.
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Al Saraya Hotel*** - Tripoli |
The hotel enjoys an excellent location, in the town centre, just a few meters from the lovely Avenue Omar Al Mokhtar and is just opposite Tripoli International Fairground. |
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Zumit Hotel*** - Tripoli |
An ancient 3 star hotel from the Othman period used since it was built as a hotel and as a rendezvous for convey merchants coming from Africa and Europe. |
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Tripoli International Hotel**** - Tripoli |
This hotel is very nice. It's only been open for a couple of months so it feels very new and clean.
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Thobacts Hotel**** - Tripoli |
Thobacts Hotel, located in the heart of Tripoli City, is within walking distance of Tripoli International Fair, Fatha Tower, Martyre Square and Lido beach. |
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El Khan Hotel*** - Tripoli |
A lovely 16c riad style boutique hotel, very tastefully decorated. The hotel boasts lovely plunge pool and very good restaurant. Perfectly located in the heart of the medina. |
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Diplomatic Hotel*** - Tripoli |
Diplomatic hotel is a newly opened star hotel and is located in the heart of Tripoli´s commercial center. |
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Libya Hotel - Tripoli *** |
The central location in one of Tripoli's most dynamic business districts gives you access to reach the Tripoli International Fairground, El Fatah tower and Burj Abu Lila within a few minutes walking distance. |
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The Golden Chain Hotel *** - Tripoli |
It's a lovely and charming hotel. Only 5 minutes walking distance from Tripoli International Fair. |
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Al Okhwa Hotel*** - Tripoli |
Al Okhwa hotel is one of the modern hotels in Tripoli and is located in the city centre only few meters from Tripoli International Trade Fair. |
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Al Waddan Hotel***** Tripoli |
This 5-star hotel is situated in the heart of Tripoli and nestles between the mature trees and shrubs that line the Corniche. |
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Al Fousul Al Arbaa Hotel (2) ** - Tripoli |
There's an abundance of creature comforts and delights at this centrally located hotel. Close to Tripoli International Fair, Martyre Sqaure and Tripoli's old town (medina). |
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Corinthia Bab Africa Hotel ***** - Tripoli |
This 5 star hotel is Located in one of the fanciest neighbourhoods in Tripoli.
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Al Kendi Hotel** - Tripoli |
It is one of the excellent hotels which is located in the middle of Tripoli city. |
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Al Andalus Hotel ** Tripoli |
This stylish two-star is located in the city centre of close to businesses, shopping centres and area attractions. |
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Assafi Hotel** -Tripoli |
The friendly, peaceful 2-star Assafi hotel is ideally located on a small, quiet street and right across from Tripoli International Fair. |
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Thuria Hotel *** - Tripoli |
Thuria hotel is ideally situated to make the most of any trip to Tripoli. |
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Ashajara Hotel*** - Tripoli |
Ashajara hotel is a 3 star hotel located in Dahra area, which is in the heart of the city. Its unique location grants the residents an easy access to the Tripoli utilities & services. |
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Safwa Hotel*** - Tripoli |
SAFWA hotel is a First Class, 3 star hotel that has been uniquely designed in suites. It is located in the the old Italian quarter in the center of Tripoli. |
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Zahrat El Khaleej Hotel *** - Tripoli |
A charming Hotel that is located in the city centre. The hotel offers a reasonable price for good standard accommodation |
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Yousser Hotel Tripoli ** |
Yousser hotel is located in the Italian old quarter Dahra, close to the Embassy of Italy and Al Wadan hotel. |
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Bait Al Sharq Hotel*** - Tripoli |
Bait Al Sharq Hotel provides the value for money hard to find in this area.Extremely well located. |
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Radisson Blu Hotel***** Tripoli |
Coming soon.
The hotel is Located in one of the fanciest neighbourhoods in Tripoli. Location: 800 meters from Green Square. |
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Al Rayan Hotel*** - Tripoli |
New hotel coming soon. |
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