What to See in Tunisia

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Archaeological Site of Carthage

Carthage was an ancient city on the eastern side of the Lake of Tunis in what is now Tunisia.
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Medina of Tunis

The historical core of Tunis is a must see. Explore its cobblestone streets and wander beyond the main sights.
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Al-Zaytuna Mosque

Al-Zaytuna Mosque, also known as Ez-Zitouna Mosque, and El-Zituna Mosque, is a major mosque at the center of the Medina of Tunis in Tunis,…
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Bab el Bhar

Bab el Bhar, also known as Porte De France, is a city gate in Tunis, the capital of Tunisia.
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Bardo National Museum

Archaeological museum housed in a former palace featuring one of the world's largest collections of Roman mosaics. It displays artifacts spanning Tunisian history from prehistory to the modern era, including Punic and Islamic items.
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Amphitheatre of El Jem

The Amphitheatre of El Jem is an oval amphitheatre in the modern-day city of El Djem, Tunisia, formerly Thysdrus in the Roman province of…
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Ribat

Climb this typical Tunisian structure - a watchtower combined with minaret - to enjoy the spectacular view of Sousse's Medina.
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Duqqa

Dougga or Thugga or TBGG was a Berber, Punic and Roman settlement near present-day Téboursouk in northern Tunisia.
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Medina of Sousse, Tunisia

The Medina of Sousse is a Medina quarter in Sousse, Governorate of Sousse, Tunisia.
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Matmâta Village

Matmata is a small Berber speaking town in southern Tunisia. Some of the local Berber residents live in traditional underground "troglodyte"…
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Great Mosque of Kairouan

The Great Mosque of Kairouan, also known as the Mosque of Uqba, is a mosque situated in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Kairouan, Tunisia…
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Medina of Sousse

The historical heart of Sousse is listed as UNESCO World Heritage. It is worth exploring beyond the main sights - you will be rewarded by…
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Mahdia Museum

The Mahdia Museum is a museum in Tunisia specialising in Tunisian archaeology and heritage. It is located in the city of Mahdia.
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The Douz Sahara Museum

Main focus of this museum is the nomadic way of life and traditions. Understand the hard life in Sahara through the exposed everyday life…
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Ksar Ghilane

An oasis surrounded by the arid sands of Sahara. It has a long history and now serves as a hub for tourists heading off to the desert.
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Sufetula

Sbeitla or Sufetula is a small town in west-central Tunisia. Nearby are the Byzantine ruins of Sufetula, containing the best preserved…
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Bulla Regia

Bulla Regia was a Berber, Punic, and Roman town near present-day Jendouba, Tunisia.
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Douiret

Douiret is a ruined Berber village in the Tataouine district in southern Tunisia.
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Chott el Djerid

Chott el Djerid also spelled Sciott Gerid and Shott el Jerid, is a large endorheic salt lake in southern Tunisia.
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El Ghriba Synagogue

The El Ghriba Synagogue, also known as the Djerba Synagogue, is an ancient Orthodox Jewish congregation and synagogue, located in the…
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Kasbah

The citadel is the main attraction of El Kef. Unique mix of Roman, Ottoman and Byzantine features and ruins can be seen around.