List of Libya Districts and Capitals

Libya is a country located in North Africa. It is divided into 22 districts, also known as municipalities or shabiyat, each with its own administrative structure. However, it's important to note that the district boundaries and administrative divisions in Libya have been subject to changes due to ongoing political developments in the country. Here are the districts that were in place before the 2011 Libyan Civil War:

Libya Districts and Capitals

DistrictsPopulationArea (km2)
Ajdabiya165,83991,620
Butnan144,52783,860
Hizam al Akhdar108,86012,800
Jabal al Akhdar194,1857,800
Jafara289,3401,940
Jufra45,117117,410
Kufra51,433483,510
Marj116,31810,000
Murqub328,2923,000
Nuqat al Khams208,9545,250
Quba93,89514,722
Al Wahat29,257108,670
Zawiya197,1771,520
Benghazi636,992800
Bani Walid77,42419,710
Derna81,1744,908
Ghat22,77072,700
Ghadames19,00051,750
Gharyan161,4084,660
Murzuq68,718349,790
Mizda41,47672,180
Misrata360,5212,770
Nalut86,80113,300
Tajura wa Arba'267,0311,430
Tarhuna wa Msalata296,0925,840
Tripoli882,926400
Sabha126,61015,330
Sirte156,38977,660
Sabratha wa Sorman152,5211,370
Wadi al Hayaa72,58731,890
Wadi al Shatii77,20397,160
Yafran117,6479,310
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Written by | Updated: Sept 03, 2024, 23:15 IST