Monastir

Monastir is almost an island surrounded by the Mediterranean sea on three sides, forming the south the gulf of the same name, extending to Cape Dimass Rass. It offers a diverse landscape, including sandy beaches and rocky cliffs up nearly six miles long.

It is a very pleasant city to explore on foot as all interesting views are close. The Medina is full of surprises along cobblestone streets with shops.

Stresses the Mausoleum of Habib Bourguiba, impressive for its ability to over a thousand people in the prayer room for its 39 beautiful carved doors and its 86 columns of pink marble resting in their vaults.

The Ribat of Monastir is the oldest and most important defensive work to have been built along the North African coastline by the Arab conquerors in the early days of Islam.

Founded in 796, this building underwent several modifications during the medieval period. Initially, it formed a quadrilateral and then was composed of four buildings giving onto two inner courtyards.

The Ribat was also one of the filming locations for Monty Python's Life Of Brian.

Horary:
From 16/09 to 31/03: 08.30 - 17.30
From 01/04 to 30/04: 09.00 - 19.00
From 01/05 to 14/09: 09.00 - 20.00

Visit cost: 8 Dinars.