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Bu Njem

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Bu Njem

Bu Njem, ancient Gholaia, is an archaeological site in Libya where excavations have identified a Roman fort dating back to the 3rd century AD. The fort was part of the Limes Tripolitanus which was a frontier zone of defence of the Roman Empire.

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Country: Libya

District: Sirte District

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 3rd Century AD

Oldest Culture: Roman

Later Cultures: Roman

Site Features: Roman Monuments

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