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Mediterranean Destinations
Benghazi, Libya
Benghazi is an ancient city on the North African coast, that dates
back to the 6th century B.C.. Its modern name comes from one of
the city's benefactors "Seedi Ghazi", who died in 1450.
Through the centuries it has been ruled by the Greeks, Roman, Byzantines,
and now part of modern Libya.
During early twentieth century, Benghazi was the headquarters of
Italian occupation forces that invaded Libya in 1911. The Italians
were forced out in 1949.
Benghazi is known primarily for its pristine white beaches, and
its proximity to several historic sites, including the battlefield
of Toburk, and
the town of Cyrene
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