Djerba Island Essentials

Djerba Island features a blend of religious and cinematic history. The 14th-century Fadhloun Mosque and the ancient El Ghriba Synagogue represent the island's diverse spiritual heritage. In Ajim, specific structures served as filming locations for the original Star Wars trilogy, including the Mos Eisley cantina. The island’s natural landscape includes the flamingo sanctuary at Ras Rmel and the 15th-century ruins of Borj El Kastil. Traditional crafts are showcased through the pottery of Guellala and the Mediterranean’s largest crocodile farm.

El Ghriba Synagogue

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

Djerba Explore Park

Tourist entertainment complex and the largest crocodile farm in the Mediterranean. It also features local art and culture.

Museée du patrimoine traditionnel de Djerba

Located in Houmt Souk, this museum displays traditional Djerban costumes, jewelry, and wedding artifacts. It is housed within an 18th-century former prayer hall and madrasa.

Guellala Museum

This museum traces the rich history of pottery-making in this village that dates back to the Roman times. Modern, eye-catching museum.

Fadhloun Mosque

You will definitely notice this 14th century mosque for its peculiar design and radiating white walls.

Star Wars Set - Cantina exterior

No fan of Star Wars series should miss out this building which served as a filming spot for the canteen.

Ras Rmel

A popular spot for watching the pink flamingos in their natural habitat. See these rare birds and enjoy the unspoilt nature.

Ajim Mosque

This peculiar structure is actually a local mosque but it served as exterior shot of Anchorhead in Star Wars series.

Borj El Kastil

A 15th-century fortress built by Alfonso V of Aragon. These coastal ruins stand on the site of a former Roman fortification near the peninsula of Ras Terbella.

Temple romain

Archaeological remains of a Roman temple located within the ancient city of Meninx. This site was once a major Mediterranean center for the production of murex purple dye.