Situated in the Gulf of Sirte and is located 200 km to the west of Tripoli and is the third largest city . Misurata is a semi Island while Qasar Ahmed is extended in the Mediterranean sea. The city served as an important marine port since the middle ages.
The city has a unique museum displaying various monumental discoveries when a group of Archaeologists discovered very old Potters, tons of bronze coins, and underground cemeteries. It is estimated that these findings dates back to the 5 th . And 6 th . Century BC.
Misurata is also famous for its Carpets and Kleems and a visit to Laffa market has to be included in your itinerary. Also products from nearby Tawargha ; famous of its hand-crafted products made from palm leaves are also to be found in the market. The Geramantes fought against the Romans and other powers
