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Bayda
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Bayda
Bayda or Elbeida is a commercial and industrial city in eastern Libya. Bayda's history stretches back to Ancient Greece, when it was known as Balagrae. One of the greatest attractions in the city is the tomb of a famous companion of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, Ruwaifi bin Thabit al-Ansari.
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Country: Libya
District: Jabal al Akhdar District
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: 7th Century BC
Oldest Culture: Ancient Greeks
Later Cultures: Roman + Islamic
Site Features: Mixed Monuments
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