Qaşr Maymūn
Ruins Fortress ruins in Misrata District, northwestern Libya
A qaṣr located in Misrata District on Libya’s north coast. The site attracts visitors interested in ruined fortifications and access to Misrata’s coastal roads and local settlements.
Qaṣr Maymūn is listed as a landmark in Misrata District, Libya, and the term “qaṣr” denotes a castle or fortified structure. The recorded coordinates are 31.63733° N, 14.20015° E.
This is a lesser-known site with limited publicly available descriptive material; standard travel and reference sources do not provide detailed visitor information, dimensions, or confirmed surviving features. No established visitor infrastructure is documented in widely available sources.
There are no readily accessible, authoritative historical records in common references that detail the structure’s builders, construction date, or historical uses. Further specialised research would be required to establish a history.
The site is mapped within Misrata District at the coordinates above; additional local geographic context and proximity to towns or roads are not consistently reported in general public sources.
- Coordinates: 31.63733° N, 14.20015° E
- Administrative region: Situated in Misrata District in northwestern-central Libya
- Documentation: Public-facing information on condition and visitor access is scarce
How to Get to Qaşr Maymūn #
Drive from the city of Misrata into the district’s rural interior; the final approach is usually via unpaved roads. Local drivers and residents in Misrata can offer exact directions.
Tips for Visiting Qaşr Maymūn #
- Confirm safety and access with local authorities in Misrata District before visiting.
- Hire a local driver from Misrata for the most reliable directions to rural qasr sites.
- If possible, visit outside the midday heat - late afternoon light brings out masonry textures.
Best Time to Visit Qaşr Maymūn #
Spring and autumn provide the most agreeable conditions to visit sites in Misrata District.
Weather & Climate near Qaşr Maymūn #
Qaşr Maymūn's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 34°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is warm, feeling like 27°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm, feeling like 27°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
