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Libya

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The traditionally decorated mud brick architecture of Ghadames' Old City is designed for natural cooling. Buildings are built directly adjacent to each other, which insulates the streets and living spaces below from the beating sun.

The traditionally decorated mud brick architecture of Ghadames' Old City is designed for natural cooling. Buildings are built directly adjacent to each other, which insulates the streets and living spaces below from the beating sun.

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