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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Apr 4, 2008
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The Antonin Baths are the best of the Roman ruins in Carthage. The ruins themselves are quite impressive, showing several levels of the ancient baths as well as some of the enormous pillars that...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Apr 4, 2008
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I spent several hours at the Bardo, a museum of Roman mosaics, Islamic art, and early Christian artefacts housed in the palace of one of the Ottoman envoys who had controlled Tunisia for hundreds...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Apr 4, 2008
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Roman ruins around Carthage are easy to see in a single afternoon, even on foot. We spent an afternoon seeing the Church of St. Cypriot, where St. Augustine once preached, the Antonin Baths,...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Apr 4, 2008
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The Punic Harbour is interesting as a historic site. This is the place from which several wars were launched before the Romans took over in Tunisia, and from which Hannibal took his elephants,...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Apr 4, 2008
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On our trip to Carthage, we also saw the ruins at Byrsa on the hill overlooking the harbour, where a huge Roman temple used to stand and where an ancient Cathedral now dominates the scene, with a...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Apr 3, 2008
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Kenza means 'Treasure' in Arabic, and this little gallery definitely lives up to its name. Kenza is a recent addition to the gallery scene in the area around Sidi Bou Said, and it offers something...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Mar 27, 2008
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Medina in Tunis is not to be missed. Start from the Sea Gate (so called because the sea used to come right up to this point; much of Tunis is built on reclaimed land) and wander up the hill...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Mar 27, 2008
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Sidi Bou Said is famous for its artists, both local and international. When you visit this lovely city, it's easy to see why it has attracted so many artists. It's easy to create beautiful things...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Mar 27, 2008
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The beach promenade in Al Marsa (or La Marsa, as it is also known) is a great place to enjoy a bit of ice cream and a stroll. This is a popular place for locals to come in the early evenings, and...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Mar 27, 2008
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I've invented a rather creative name for this attraction because as far as I am aware, it doesn't have one, or not an official one at least. The house itself was built in the early 1900’s by a...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Mar 27, 2008
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The tourist market in Sidi Bou Said reflects the city's reputation as a haven for artists, both Tunisians and expatriates. The wares you'll find on display are largely works of art, although...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Mar 27, 2008
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Cafe View is an outdoor cafe set high on the hillside overlooking the harbour and the sea. As the name implies, the view is unbeatable. The tables are covered by umbrellas and shades and...
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AliJo
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Globetrotter
Feb 29, 2008
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The teahouse at the top of the hill on the main shopping street in Sidi Bou Said is a wonderful place to relax and watch the crowds go by. On a summer day, the elevated terraces provide welcome...
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Kay19
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Virgin
Jul 20, 2007
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I was lucky to have the opportunity to stay at this hotel during my stay in Tunisia last easter. Good points of my residence included the following; extremely friendly staff who were always...
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