From the majestic Atlas Mountains, Roman Carthage and the bustling,
cosmopolitan capital Tunis at its northern tip, to the sun-drenched island of
Djerba in the south, Tunisia packs a lot into a small space. The interior
offers spectacular desert landscapes and Sahara adventures. On Tunisia's
Mediterranean beaches, however, you'll bask at modern resorts like
Sousse and enjoy spicy gourmet cuisine.
Background
Historical ties to France have left a legacy of style and good living in
Tunisia's capital Tunis. This thriving little Arab nation
successfully follows a pro-Western path, with a string of modern beach resorts from
Hammamet to Monastir. Tunisia is just across the Mediterranean Sea
from Italy, so it has impressive Roman sites, such as El Djem and
Carthage. Yet, its southern interior remains an awesome landscape,
with adventurous desert resorts like Tozeur.
Urban
While the capital Tunis has European-style avenues and sophisticated shopping,
you may need a guide to navigate the twisting alleys of its Medina, or Arabic
city centre. See the Medina's Great Mosque and covered souk
markets, and head out of town to visit Roman Carthage. Down the coast, the
resort of Sousse and the busy commercial town of Sfax offer an
authentic insight into Tunisian culture.
Rural
You'll discover a fantastic variety of scenery in sparsely populated
Tunisia, from the north's cool Atlas Mountains and Ichkeul
wetland reserve to the vast salt lakes and baking Sahara desert in the south.
The country also has unmissable Roman sites like spectacular Dougga. The
offshore island of Djerba is a tranquil gem of palm and olive groves and
white beaches. An exciting alternative is to visit an inland oasis town like
Tozeur.
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