Tunisia

Welcome to Tunisia

Tunisia is a country in North Africa that is well-known for its history, culture, and natural beauty. Its history is remarkable for the rise and fall of many magnificent civilizations and great cultural transformations, such as the Roman Empire. This empire left an everlasting legacy, including the El Jem Amphitheater. Later, in the 7th century, when Arab forces occupied this country, they introduced Islam and made the area a part of the Islamic world. Then came the Hafsids Dynasty in the 13th century, which ruled this land for several centuries. This era was populous for its development of religious scholarship, literature, and architecture. After that, Tunisia was conquered by the Ottoman Empire and then became a French protectorate until 1956, when this land finally gained its independence, and since then it has continued to develop and has made many significant changes.

Tunis is the capital and largest city of Tunisia and, in 1956, became the capital city of this country along with the Declaration of Independence. This city is well-known for its historical sights, and once you step into Tunis, you will be wondering what hidden gems and surprises lurk around every corner. The Medina of Tunis is one of the best spots that you can visit, where you can immerse yourself in the history of this country and sightsee many mosques, palaces, and madrasas. Then you should visit the Bardo National Museum, where you can dive into the remnants of Tunisia’s rich history, especially the Roman artifacts. However, if you love to explore the natural beauty of this city, then you have to visit Belvedere Park, which is one of Tunis’s biggest parks, with a zoo and a panoramic view of the city. Of course, when you are having the time of your life, you have to try these must-try delicious Tunisian dishes, such as Lablabi (chickpea soup flavored with garlic, cumin, and olive oil, often served with bread and topped with a poached egg), Brik (a popular street food, which is a thin pastry filled with egg, tuna, and capers then deep-fried), and Makroud (a sweet treat made from semolina dough filled with dates or almonds, then fried and soaked in honey). 

Fun Facts About Tunisia

• Many Star Wars scenes were filmed in Tunisia.
• Tunisia has one of the most preserved Roman ruins in the world.
• Tunisia has the largest historical amphitheater, which is El Jem Amphitheater.
• The Medina of Tunis has 700 monuments.