Waw an-Namous

Waw an-Namous (al Namus or an Namous) is one of the remotest destination in Libya. It is located deep in the Sahara desert, south-east of Sabha and south of the Harouj volcanic field. The name Waw an-Namous means  the "Oasis of Mosquitoes", or according to other interpretation "The Crater of the Mosquitoes". Camping at Waw an-Namous is thus not recommended.

Summit Elev: 547 m
Latitude: 25.05°N
Longitude: 17.55°E

Waw-an-Namous volcanic field is about 4-km wide, surrounded by an apron of dark basaltic layer, extending up to 20 km. Yellow sulphur deposits are found in the 150 m wide crater. The earth around this ancient volcano is dusty and dark black in colour, giving the impression of an alien atmosphere.

Waw an-Namous is often referred to as the eighth (natural) wonder of the world - a title also assigned to Libya's Man-Made River. There are 3 small lakes in the area, which are an attractive destination for many travellers.