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This hearty land of colors and contrasts, spices and scents invites everybody to enjoy its natural beauty, historical cities and vivid festivals.
Tunisia, the northernmost country of Africa has for over 3000 years witnessed the passage of Phoenicians, Romans, Vandals, Byzantines, Turks, Spanish and French.They came as fugitives or adventurers, warriors and missionaries, traders and farmers each leaving a part of their story in stone or mosaics, on hills of Carthage and the threshold of the Sahara. Older history is evident in the remains of what was Roman Carthage, while the Roman ruins at Dougga and El Jem are some of the finest in Africa. Situated in 15 kilometers of the capital, the ruins of ancient Carthage lay open to the sun and wildflowers. Declared a national monument the town of Carthage and nearby Salammbo abound in vestiges of the Punic and Roman empires, baths, dwellings, temples, shrines and the fabulous naval port of the Carthaginians.With over 1200 kilometers of coast this sunny Mediterranean land is a paradise for the vacationer. Well known seaside resort areas - Sousse, Monastir, Hammamet and Nabeul, Djerba and Tabarka offer their holiday-makers the excellent sand beaches and turquoise water along with a splitting choice of waterfront hotels featuring sun and sea sports as windsurfing and sailing, diving, fishing and short boat rides.Despite its location, edging the Sahara, Tunisia is a surprisingly fertile land. It has six national parks; that around Lac Ichkeul is one of only two UNESCO-protected Biosphere Reserves in the world. The view from the near-deserted village of Takrouna over the mountainous north is stunning. A visit a central desert oasis like Zaafrane, Tozeur or Kebili with its hot pools is also very attractive.There are many festivals in Tunisia. Even the smallest village sets aside a time for celebration whether it is for the summer harvest, a local saint, or the arrival of spring. Visitors are always welcome and urged to participate. The Saharian Festival is of special interest to those who dream of the vast expanse of dunes and sober beauty of the Sahara. The International Music Festival is held for long evenings in the El Jem Coliseum. It is an unforgettable experience of hearing the music of famous artists and symphonic orchestras in the majestic Roman coliseum in a mild summer night. The French colonial past of Tunisia has a far-reaching influence, most obviously in its cuisine that blends sophisticated French styles with Arab spice.
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