Leptis Magna: Arch of Septimius Severus (modern restoration with original fragments, 3rd century A.D.) Septimius Severus, a Roman emperor, was born in Leptis Magna. Leptis is Libya's Pompeii, minus the volcanic preservation, a well-preserved Roman metropolis about thirty miles west of Tripoli. Buried under the Roman city is the original, and smaller, Phoenician settlement of the 7th century B.C.
Leptis Magna: Hadrian Baths, Natatio (entry hall); 3rd century A.D. Hadrian's baths in Leptis Magna were among the most opulent in the ancient world, including not only hot, werm and cold baths but steambaths and an outdoor palaestra for sports activities.
Leptis Magna: amphitheater; Roman, 1st century A.D. The amphitheater was created from the quarry used for building in Leptis proper, a half mile away.
