São Paulo – A European Union delegation visiting Libya announced on Tuesday (16) plans to launch an initiative to strengthen the protection of sites that are World Heritage in the Arab country, thereby promoting cultural tourism, Libyan state news agency Lana reported.
The topic was discussed during a meeting between representatives of the EU and Libya’s Ministry of Tourism, along with other public entities, in the ancient city of Leptis Magna. The Libyan archaeological site of Leptis Magna is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is located in a municipality called Al Khums.
The EU said that the initiative aims to preserve the integrity of Libyan archaeological sites, assess the challenges and risks of these spaces, and develop the necessary infrastructure to accommodate a growing number of visitors in the coming years. “Preserving history, creating opportunities, and highlighting the richness of Libyan communities are at the heart of the partnership between the European Union and Libya,” said the EU.
Leptis Magna is located 100 kilometers from Libya’s capital Tripoli and was declared a World Heritage site in 1982. Considered one of the most beautiful cities of the Roman world, its ruins include temples, a market square, an amphitheater, and other structures. Emperor Septimius Severus was born there.
Translated by Guilherme Miranda
