Qaşr al Maqdam
Ruins Ruined fort in Jabal al Akhdar, northeastern Libya
A castle site in Jabal al Akhdar, northeastern Libya. Its stone remains are visited by people tracing Cyrenaica’s historical fort network and nearby rural tracks.
Qaṣr al Maqdam is listed as a qasr in the Jabal al Akhdar area of northeastern Libya and is documented by its geographic coordinates. It does not appear widely in major archaeological or tourist guides.
Specific visitor amenities, interpretive information, and the condition of structural remains are not widely published for this site. Interested researchers or visitors should verify access and safety with local authorities before planning a visit.
There is little readily available published history attributing construction dates or builders to this individual qasr; broader patterns in the region suggest such structures were used as fortified residences or local defensive posts across various periods, but direct attribution is not documented here.
The site lies in Jabal al Akhdar (Green Mountain) administrative area in northeastern Libya; use the coordinates above for precise location and consult regional maps for nearby towns and terrain information.
- Coordinates: 32.67029 N, 21.53869 E
How to Get to Qaşr al Maqdam #
Best reached from Al Bayda or Marj via regional roads; expect to travel the final kilometers on local, unpaved tracks. Engage a local driver for exact routing.
Tips for Visiting Qaşr al Maqdam #
- Talk to farmers in nearby villages to learn about the site's access points.
- Photograph construction details; mason's repairs often reveal relative ages of different sections.
- Avoid visiting after heavy rains - tracks can be badly rutted and difficult for standard cars.
Best Time to Visit Qaşr al Maqdam #
Spring and autumn are most comfortable for visiting and photographing the site.
Weather & Climate near Qaşr al Maqdam #
Qaşr al Maqdam's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 98 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.