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About Tunisia

The Republic of Tunisia is the smallest country in North Africa. It contains the eastern end of the Sahara desert. It has its capital city in Tunis. The country is Mediterranean and has a desert climate. Tunisia is known for quite a number of things like El Jan, which is one of the world's most well preserved Roman amphitheater and the amazing city of Carthage.

Tunisia has a hot Mediterranean climate from December to March and hot, dry summers from July to August.

Tunisia was home to the Berbers before Europeans and the Arabs came in. It is about 98% Arab, 1% European and 1% Jew. The official language in Tunisia is Arabic. Other languages spoken are French, Italian, Berber, Turkish and Spanish. Islam is the official religion in the country. The culture of Tunisia is diverse with influences from the Middle East, surrounding African countries, France and Italy.

Tunisian cuisine is a fusion of Mediterranean, Roman, French, Berber, Spanish, Arab and Italian cuisine. It basically consists of a lot of Mediterranean cooking with French, Italian and Roman influences, especially in spice and flavours. Dominant spices in Tunisian cuisine are paprika, garlic, cumin seeds, coriander seeds. Staple foods are rice, fish, lamb, and chicken.

Tunisia is an exotic country known to pleasantly assault the senses. It has quite a lot of tourist attractions. A few of them are:

Djerba: It has a picturesque beach and the island town of Houmt Souk is a sight worth seeing. The island has shops filled with handicrafts and jewelry. Its beautiful beach, pristine and trimmed by date palms, is a good spot for swimming and relaxing.
Sidi Bou Said: It is a clifftop village with beautiful architecture and a laid back atmosphere. Shop at the many local handicraft and artisan stalls while being amazed at the sights.
El Djem Amphitheatre: It is a well preserved Roman relic and is one of the best examples of amphitheater architecture still existing in the modern world. You can climb to the top, walk the corners and marvel at the beauty of the arena.
Grand Erg Oriental: The Sahara covers much of the country's interior and the most beautiful corner of the desert are the sand dunes known as the Grand Erg Oriental. You can ride on camel backs or ride dune buggies and also watch the sunset over the Sahara.

Some of Hollywood's biggest films, among which include Star Wars, Raiders of The Lost Ark, Jesus of Nazareth and the English Patient were shot in Tunisia.

There are hundreds of hotels in Tunisia making accommodation of any standard easy to get.

Facts about Tunisia

Capital:

Tunis

Languages Spoken:

Arabic

Demonym:

Tunisian

Currency Name:

Tunisian dinar

Currency Code:

TND

Currency Symbol:

د.ت

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How do I travel out of Tunisia?

Get Visa from Tunisia

For Tunisians looking to travel out of the country. You can check out the list of destinations, how to Get Tunisia visa to those countries, Embassies in Tunisia and Visa Free Countries for Tunisian passport holders

Common Questions Travellers Ask About Tunisia

Q: Can I drink the tap water in Tunisia?

A: It is advisable to avoid drinking tap water in Tunisia. Bottled water is available and cheap almost everywhere.

Q: What currency do they use in Tunisia?

A: The Tunisian dinar.

Q: Is Tunisia safe for tourists?

A: Some parts of the country are generally unsafe such as the Tunisia-Libya border. The security in Tunis is much better now so the capital city is the safest place to visit.

Q: Do I need a visa to travel to Tunisia?

A: People from the US, UK, and Canada do not need a visa to enter Tunisia as tourists. If you're not from any of the countries listed then you should apply for a visa. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after you enter Tunisia.