Tunisia

Discover Tunisia, Land of Contrasts

Tunisia is one of the most visited countries in Africa and has been an attractive destination for tourists for many decades. Among Tunisia’s tourist attractions are its cosmopolitan capital city of Tunis, the ancient ruins of Carthage, the Muslim and Jewish quarters of Djerba, and coastal resorts outside Monastir. Tunisia is known for its golden beaches, sunny weather, and affordable luxuries. It is also home to the oldest mosque in Africa.

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Star Wars

Tunisia boasts the ancient city of Ksar Ouled Soltane, famed not only for its architectural splendor but also for its cameo in the "Star Wars" saga. This remarkable site served as the backdrop for the slave quarters of Tatooine in "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace." Today, visitors can marvel at its centuries-old granaries while reliving cinematic adventures in a galaxy far, far away.

An extraordinary Oasis

In Tunisia's southern region of Tozeur, visitors can encounter an extraordinary oasis known as Chott el Jerid. This expansive salt flat transforms dramatically after rainfall, mirroring the sky and creating an illusion of infinity. It's a surreal landscape where the boundaries between earth and sky blur, offering travelers an otherworldly experience unlike any other on the planet.

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Top Places to Visit

Tabarka

Visitors choose Tabarka for its exceptional location, between the sea and the mountains. The beaches of golden sand are framed by rocky spurs and forests of pine and cork oak. The crystalline waters hide the precious red coral in its depths. The characteristic silhouette of the Genoese Fort, perched upon an islet, is the emblem of Tabarka. The mountainous backcountry holds the promise of fantastic excursions and hiking around the village of Ain Draham, the entry point to a vast forested mountain range.

Carthage & Sidi Bou Said

Close to the capital, a prestigious location and striking views: this is the introduction to the Coasts of Carthage, named after one of the most glorious ancient cities of the Mediterranean. Founded by the Phoenicians, destroyed then rebuilt by the Romans, Carthage is today a fashionable city. Next door, Sidi Bou Said is an elegant village where the blue and white houses jostle with each other on the hillside, facing the sea. Stretching out close to these inspiring locations are the beaches of Gammarth and La Marsa.

Bizerte & Dougga

Lovers of nature and authenticity, the beaches and valleys of northern Tunisia will take your breath away. Wild coves, forests, vineyards and vast fields of wheat. On the coast, Bizerte, sentinel of the Mediterranean, is a historic city with well-preserved charm. This lush region also is home to two locations designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites. One is a cultural site, the Roman city of Dougga, and the other, the natural reserve of Ichkeul where the lake attracts thousands of migratory birds.

Sousse & Port El Kantaoui

Long beaches, old stones, high palm trees; Sousse is a city ripe with seduction where entertainment and exoticism coexist harmoniously. As a major modern city, it’s one of Tunisia’s most lively coastal resorts. As a historic city, it has conserved a magnificent medina and exceptional monuments from the Middle Ages. Just a few minutes away, a tourist town with Andalusian charm has been built especially for holiday-goers, around a marina: the integrated resort of Port El Kantaoui.

Hammamet

Variety of resorts in summer, well known for its beaches and its party atmosphere, Hammamet is also a small city with an authentic charm. Turquoise waters, the scent of jasmine, white houses and stone walls gilded by the centurie. Its medina fringed by fine sand is particularly poetic. Nearby, the new resort town of Yasmine Hammamet offers a more contemporary setting, while the forests and lemon groves are a real pleasure for nature lovers.

Kairouan

Away from the coast, in a landscape of steppes, Kairouan is a fascinating city still anchored in a distant past. One of Islam’s holy cities, it was the first capital of the Maghreb. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, it conceals several marvels: the medina, the venerable Great Mosque, the Aghlabid Basins and the stunning mausoleum of Sidi Saheb decorated with ceramic tiles. And of course it is impossible to forget the numerous workshops where the most famous knotted pile carpets in Tunisia are made.

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