Quick Facts
What's the dominant religion in Libya?
Islam
What are the three colors used on the current flag of Libya?
Red, black, and green
What shapes are on Libya's flag?
Moon and star
What is one of the countries Libya borders?
Tunisia, Algeria, Niger, Chad, Sudan, or Egypt
What's the main holiday celebrated in Libya?
Eid
What is the official language of Libya?
Arabic
What natural resource is Libya’s main export and source of wealth?
Oil
What percentage of Libya is desert or semi-desert?
90%
What's the major ethnic group in Libya?
Arab
What is a sport that's enjoyed in Libya?
Soccer, horse racing, or folk dancing
How many kings has Libya had?
Only one!
What is the capital and largest city of Libya?
Tripoli
What country is Libya's cuisine most influenced by?
Italy
What percentage of people live in urban areas?
86%
What color was Libya's flag from 1977 to 2011? (It was the only plain-designed flag in the world at the time)
Solid green
What desert covers over 90% of Libya's land area?
The Sahara Desert
What European country used to rule Libya?
Italy
What is the most common traditional food made with pasta and meat?
Bazin or Couscous
How much water does the Great Man-Made River supply to Libya?
95%
What sea borders Libya to the north?
The Mediterranean Sea