Touring the World's Capital Cities Season 3 Episode 12 Tripoli
- 25 min
Tripoli is the capital of the desert state of Libya. The old town is known as the Medina and with its narrow lanes and squat buildings it is a combination of Arabian, North African and Mediterranean cultures. The joie de vivre of the local people is obvious and music and dance are part of their daily life. Tripoli is one of the most spectacular places of ancient culture in North Africa.