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25 Fascinating Photos of Tunisia Historical Places7 min read

By Editorial Staff January 11, 2020
Written by Editorial Staff January 11, 2020
The Amphitheater of El Jem

Tunisian has a very long history. The Greeks claim the country was founded by the mythical Dido. That’s how old the country is. For a history chaser, you get to explore several popular historical sites throughout the country. Eight of the actual historical places in Tunisia are listed under the UNESCO World Heritage.

Suggested Read: UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Tunisia

From the ruins of Carthage, amazing Roman temples, oldest synagogue in Africa, Islamic palaces and mosques, and to Ottoman fortresses. There is absolutely a lot to see and discover.

Photos of Tunisia Historical Places

A set of our favorite historical places in Tunisia, in no particular order. Enjoy!

Sidi Bou Said

Sidi Bou Said’s Harbor
Sidi Bou Said’s Harbor

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Sidi Bou said. The View from Cafe Delices
The View from Cafe Delices

Carthage

Saint Louis Cathedral in Carthage
Saint Louis Cathedral in Carthage
The altar of Saint Louis Cathedral
The altar of Saint Louis Cathedral
The famous Tophet of Carthage
The famous Tophet of Carthage

Tunis

Tunis
Tunis
 The Medina of Tunis
The Medina of Tunis
The Harem in the Bardo Museum
The Harem in the Bardo Museum

Dougga

Dougga’s Temple is Dedicated to Jupiter, Juno, and Minerva
Dougga’s Temple is Dedicated to Jupiter, Juno, and Minerva
Dougga
Dougga

Bizerte

The Bizerte Harbor
The Bizerte Harbor
The entrances to the Bizerte Medina
The entrances to the Bizerte Medina

Sousse

The Ribat at Sousse
The Ribat at Sousse
Inside the Great Mosque of Sousse
Inside the Great Mosque of Sousse

El Jem

The Amphitheater of El Jem
The Amphitheater of El Jem
The El Jem Museum
The El Jem Museum

Utica

The remains of Utica, the first Phoenician colony in Tunisia
The remains of Utica, the first Phoenician colony in Tunisia
The Utica Museum
The Utica Museum

Lake of Ichkeul

Wild African Buffalo at Lake Ichkeul
Wild African Buffalo at Lake Ichkeul
Lake of Ichkeul
Lake of Ichkeul

Cape Angela

Cape Angela is the northernmost point in Africa
Cape Angela is the northernmost point in Africa

Kairouan

The Great Mosque of Kairouan
The Great Mosque of Kairouan
Streets in Kairouan

Kerkouane

Kerkouane
Kerkouane
Inside the Punic City of Kerkuane
Inside the Punic City of Kerkuane

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