Archaeology

Old Town of Ghadames

A traditional oasis urban fabric characterized by covered passages and architecture adapted to the desert environment.

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The old town of Ghadames is a notable example of traditional Saharan architecture with dense housing and covered passageways.

Ghadames is a historic oasis on trans-Saharan caravan routes and long served as a center of trade and contact.

Traditional architecture, covered lanes, oasis urban fabric and desert setting.

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