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Surman National Park

Surman National Park is a national park in Libya, established in 1992, covering 4.0 km² (2 sq mi). It is the #5 largest of Libya's 6 national parks. Libyan national park.

Area
4.0 km²
Established
1992
Nearest airport
MJI · 71 km

Nearest airports to Surman National Park

  1. 1
    Mitiga International Airport Flag of LibyaTripoli, Libya Airports in Libya
    MJI71 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Djerba Zarzis International Airport Flag of TunisiaMellita, Tunisia Airports in Tunisia
    DJE210 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Sfax Thyna International Airport Flag of TunisiaSfax, Tunisia Airports in Tunisia
    SFA282 kmstraight line

More about Surman National Park

Surman National Park is one of 6 national parks in Libya — Libyan national park. It covers 4.0 km² (400 ha) — about 2 times the size of Monaco, making it the #5 largest national park in Libya (0.8% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1992, 34 years ago — the first national parks in Libya date back to 1975.

Visiting Surman National Park

The closest airport is Mitiga International Airport (MJI), about 71 km away — around 1 h 32 min by car; alternatively Djerba Zarzis International Airport (DJE, 210 km). Other national parks within reach include Abughilan National Park (40 km²), Rajma National Park, Sidi Toui National Park (6,315 km²) and Algharabolli National Park (80 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Surman National Park?

4.0 km² — about 400 hectares or 2 square miles.

When was Surman National Park established?

In 1992 — 34 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Surman National Park?

Mitiga International Airport (MJI), about 71 km away in a straight line.

Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.