Tunisia Travel Guide

Introduction

A solid tourist infrastructure meanwhile, offers a multitude of accommodation, dining and entertainment establishments. Tunisia’s population is overwhelmingly Muslim; however, the country is known for its more moderate stance on many Islamic issues, creating a much more relaxed and liberal atmosphere for holidaymakers.

With tourism providing such a major source of income for so many, there is a warm and welcoming attitude towards visitors with violence or hostility almost unheard of. There are a variety of destinations worthy of visiting, including Sousse, Hammamet, Port el Kantaoui, Skanes and of course, the country’s capital city, Tunis.

Tunis is undeniably a highlight with its magnificent Zitouna Mosque, built from columns left behind from the fall of Carthage, and its fascinating Souq el-Attarine market where traditional Tunisian life can be viewed in all its cultural richness. French architecture still remains in some parts of the city, giving a colonial and distinctly European ambience.

Access to the country is simple enough with eight major airports at its disposal. Tunis International Airport is the most significant gateway; however, flights also come in from Europe to Monastir, Jerba, Tozeur and Tabarka airports. Across land, visitors can make use of bus and train services from bordering countries Algeria and Libya.