Tuesday, May 09, 2017

An Ad to attract visitors to the old medina of Tunis

See more of Tunis on foot

Come along with us on our marvelous walking tour to the medina of Tunis. We will take you through the numerous alleys full of craft-shops, souvenirs, colors and scents to some of the most important buildings the “Great Mosque” or “Zitouna Mosque” which was built in the 19th century. While the mosque today serves mainly as a house of prayers, it was also a house of higher learning until the 1950’s. Dar-al-Bay or Bay’s Palace will be our next destination. You will be amazed by the architecture and decoration which reflect many different styles and periods. Finally, you will rest your feet in one of the most splendid cafés inside the Medina: café “M’Rabet”. The interior has not changed for at least a hundred years. It is a cool rescue when the summer heat makes walking in the streets of the markets almost unbearable. The café is built over the tombs of 3 holy men, and the restaurant on top of the café is considered as one of the most exclusive places in all of Tunis. If you visit it in the afternoon or evening, expect belly-dancing or live music together with the food.
 

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