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One of the promising tourist destinations in 2016 is Tunisia. Most vacationers used to holidays in Egypt and Turkey, scared of them "closure" may not be aware of this possibility. Let's find out in more detail what kind of country Tunisia is.

Find it on the world map

Tunisia is Africa. Yes, North Africa! Just like Egypt. Located on south coast mediterranean sea. Due to this, the climate here is colder than in Egypt, which is also washed by warm Red.

So imagine the African continent. In the very north, sandwiched on both sides by the giants of Libya and Algeria, there is a small wedge - this is Tunisia. An independent Islamic republic since 1956, once belonging to the great empires: Roman, Ottoman, French and even "vandals" from the territory of ancient and "fascists" from what is now Germany. Bloody wars have always been waged for these lands. The famous ruins of Carthage are located on the territory of Tunisia.

Such "Love" European conquerors is explained by the fact that Tunisia is located just "Under Europe". It remains only to cross the Strait of Tunis between Tunisia and Italian Sicily. Its width here is only about 160 kilometers. A little more distance to the island of Sardinia, also belonging to Italy.

This rich past explains the brightness and unusualness of the Tunisian character. Arabic motifs are mixed here with French chic and Spanish temperament. There are no big difficulties associated with Muslim etiquette, such as in the UAE, for example.

The city of Tunis is the capital of the state of Tunisia, located in the north of the country. This city is a political point on the map and is popular only with visiting tourists. Due to the latest political events at the end of 2015 and the introduction of a state of emergency, travel to the capital of Tunisia is not recommended. The Russian Foreign Ministry has long warned compatriots about the inadmissibility of leaving protected tourist areas.

The Russians, most likely, will not be deterred by the political difficulties in the country, and Tunisia will become one of the favorites among the resorts in 2016. You can get here by plane. There are direct and charter flights from many Russian cities.

Resorts

For vacationers, there are many cities and areas that are much more interesting and comfortable for recreation than the capital. Each of them is absolutely unique place with its own special appearance, character and color. For example:

Sousse is a popular and democratic holiday destination. There is a lot of everything - hotels, tourists, entertainment. Choice for every taste and budget;
Bizerte - historically connected with Russia. Here you can find Orthodox churches, in ancient cemeteries there are graves of Russian noble families and sailors;
Hammamet is a high quality holiday. Luxurious hotels, thalassotherapy centers, villas in cypresses. At the same time, it is quite noisy here on the outskirts;
Tabarka is the most northern resort countries, more like the southern European coast with forests and rocks;
Kairouan is the fourth most important Muslim city in the world, after Mecca, Jerusalem and Medina. Included in the UNESCO list. Colorful, unusual, and therefore interesting;
Kerkenna Islands - a shallow coast suitable for families with small children. Sunrises and sunsets are perhaps the main attraction of this place;
Monastir is calm and economical vacation next to the airport. Before fun entertainment Sousse is only 15 minutes by taxi;
the island of Djerba is the southernmost and most warm resort Tunisia. sandy beaches, palm trees, relaxing holiday, an abundance of historical and cultural artifacts, interesting souvenirs;
Douz is the gateway to the Sahara. Here you can see how the desert begins, eat delicious dates and look at the stars;
Gammarth is a suburb of the capital, filled with chic hotels, restaurants and magnificent views. Known as a business resort in Tunisia. Nearby are the famous ruins of Carthage;
Mahdia - modest and quiet, but with excellent sandy beaches. Will please fans of quiet pastime and for families with kids.

In addition to seaside resort areas, in Tunisia you can see cultural and historical monuments, salt lakes, desert oases, visit the Berbers, soak up the thalassotherapy.

Climate

Tunisia is located in two climatic zones:

mediterranean, subtropical

All northern coastal regions can be attributed to it. The influence of the proximity of the sea makes the weather dry and hot in summer, and cool and humid in winter. The temperature in summer reaches 30-32 degrees, in winter 12-17. In the north of the country there is a lot of vegetation, there are forests - coniferous, cork, cypress groves. Cities are planted with flowering shrubs, which not only decorate the appearance, but also give a pleasant freshness and shade. Even on the hottest day on the coast, it is easy to breathe due to the light breeze;
deserted

Under his influence is all South part countries. The Mediterranean Sea is relatively cold, which gives the coastal regions increased humidity and more rainfall. Inland, the climate is more continental. There is less rain here and the hot breath of the Sahara desert is felt more. The temperature in summer reaches 40-42, and in winter up to 17. There is less rain than on the coast and in the spurs of the Atlas Mountains.

To the east of Hammamet is the city and resort of Nabeul, famous as a leading center of production. The resort of Nabeul is small, there are a couple of dozen hotels, the infrastructure is poorly developed.

Another specially designed tourist area This is Port El Kantaoui. Its main advantages for tourists are wonderful beaches and a wide range of hotels.

Sousse is one of the three most ancient Arab cities in Tunisia, along with Kairouan and Monastir. The first fortress (ribat) in Sousse was built in the 8th century, and the ancient Phoenician city was founded on this site in the 11th century BC.

The city of Sousse is interesting for tourists with excellent beaches and interesting local attractions. Sousse is very convenient for tourists, as it is the country's largest transport hub.

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The leader of the independence movement and the first president of Tunisia, Habib Bourguiba, was born in Monastir. His mausoleum and museum became the main attraction of the city. In addition to the mausoleum, the medina, ribat, mosques and museums are interesting in Monastir.

Beach hotels are located to the west of the city in the Skanes area. Monastir is attractive for tourists with its own airport, it will take 5-10 minutes to get to the hotel, and some hotels can even be reached on foot.

Mahdia is the ancient capital of the country during the Fatimid dynasty. There are many preserved here historical monuments, and local Archaeological Museum delight with unique exhibits.

There are only a couple of dozen hotels in Mahdia, tourism infrastructure poorly developed. This quiet place, convenient for family vacation or for those who want to see the real Tunisia.

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There are three more cities in Tunisia that may be of interest to tourists, but which we have not mentioned yet.

City of Sfax

The second largest and most populated city in the country after the capital. Sfax - industrial and Finance center but not a resort. There is no beach hotels, although no one forbids settling in regular hotel in the city and walk to the public beach. Sfax is interesting for several attractions and shopping centers.

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Bizerte Resort

There are about two dozen in Bizerte full hotels and many mini-hotels, guest houses and rental apartments. By the standards of Tunisia, this is a large city - a population of about 150,000 inhabitants.

Resort Tabarka

This is a very popular resort among Europeans due to its own airport “Tabarka-Ain Draham International Airport". Charter flights fly here from all major European cities.

Tour operators in Russia do not arrange tours to Tabarka at all. Moreover, many European tour operators sell vouchers to Tabarka with the addition “No Russians hotel” or “No Russians resort”, promising customers a guarantee of absence nearby Russian tourists. However, the word “Russian” here means not only Russians, but also Ukrainians, Belarusians and, in general, representatives of Eastern Europe.

Tabarka is famous coral reefs, is the main Tunisian diving center. The main local historical attraction is the medieval Genoese fortress on the island. Tabarka has a unique climate for Tunisia, in winter there are sub-zero temperatures, and even snow falls.

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Tunisia- a great choice for travelers who decide to spend their holidays surrounded by magical oriental tale alternating sunbathing with independent trips through the colorful shops of the market, tasting delicious local cuisine and familiarity with thalassotherapy.

Tunisia on the world map

Being unique country, unlike others African states, Tunisia always profitable stood out its location and climate.

Where is?

Thanks to geographical location, since ancient times, Tunisia was considered the border between Asia and - a small state located in the northern part of the mainland and is considered the northernmost point of the continent. Not far from her italian islands- Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica and.

Almost half of Tunisia is Sahara Desert – favorite place for excursions. In addition to the mainland, the composition includes the islands - Karkana and Dzharba.

The state has borders with Algiers in the west, in the southeast Libya.

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Nature and climate

What sea washes Tunisia and what rivers flow within the state?

Part of the Tunisian border runs along mediterranean sea- this is where everything is located famous resorts countries. Only one large river flows through the territory of the state. majarda river, which flows into the Gulf of Tunis.

All year round in Tunisia stands a flat warm weather , and the sweltering heat is felt only in August. average temperature and in summer - 29°С, in winter - 11°С.

Many tourists believe that if Tunisia is Africa, then it is always hot there, and holidays are possible at any time of the year. This country reigns mediterranean climate, which means that the ideal time to relax is May-July, as well as October. At this time, the weather is ideal for a comfortable stay on the streets, beach holiday and visiting excursion programs.

How to get there?

The easiest way to get to Tunisia is by flying with airlines such as Nouvelair And Tunisair following from Moscow to the capital. Planes deliver to Sousse and Hammamet "Transaero", and in holiday season charters depart to Monastir. Travel time takes about 4-6 hours.

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Country Information

This small but incredibly attractive country has gained a very rich history, with which you can get to know more during the holidays.

A bit of history

Tunisia has a very ancient history that began before the Sahara. The territory that the country occupies today was claimed by the Phoenicians and Rome, Ottoman Empire, as well as, but they failed to subjugate this small state. The constant intervention of neighboring peoples significantly affected the culture of the country and its way of life.

state structure

Tunisia - namesake the capital of country- a motley city that has absorbed part of the Arab, European and African culture. It instantly captivates travelers french architecture, the noise of oriental bazaars and the smells of aromatic coffee coming from home cafes.

The city is located on the Mediterranean coast of the Gulf of Tunis, divided into the old and new parts.

The vast majority of the population of Tunisia Arabs professing Muslims. In addition, a small part of the Berbers and Circassians live here.

Tunisia is divided into 24 vilayets or a governorate ruled by governors. At the same time, vilayets are divided into 262 counties- mutamadiyya, which are divided into shaykhats.

Tunisians mainly communicate in Arabic(about 97%), but also have excellent command of French, since during the reign he became practically the second official language. It is rare to find those who speak English language.

Tunisia is republic in which the president is elected for a term of 5 years.

To date, Tunisia uses Tunisian dinars, But locals willingly accept euros, and in some places - rubles.

The coat of arms of Tunisia depicts a ship, scales and a lion holding a sword, as well as an inscription in Arabic "Freedom, order, justice."

Major resorts and their attractions

A wonderful holiday, flavored with pleasant weather and the opportunity to go on exciting excursions - all this is directly connected with the main resorts.

Djerba

The Tunisian island of Djerba is compared to Tahiti, thanks to great weather, warm sea and exotic views that this resort gives its guests.

There are many in Djerba interesting places worth visiting in between beach holidays:

El Ghriba Synagogue. The most important shrine of the Jews, which is more than 2 thousand years old. Despite its age, the building is perfectly preserved. According to legend, it was built on the spot where the heavenly stone fell. Now a Torah scroll and the relics of one of the authors of the Talmud are kept inside;
Fortress of Bordj el-Kebir. A fortification built in the 15th century on the site of an old ruined fortress. After the unsuccessful siege of the fortress by the Spaniards, one of the towers was lined with their skulls;
Travelers who decide to relax on the island should visit Museum folk traditions in Gellala and the Djerba Lagoon, where pink flamingos gather in large numbers.

Sousse

Recently became prestigious beach resort, noisy and youthful Sousse for many years has been repository of ancient relics.

In Sousse it will be interesting to visit:

Grand Mosque– the building of 851 is a architectural complex with spacious halls and Roman columns;
Catacombs of the Good Shepherd– former quarries with a total length of 5 km, which Christians used as a cemetery (a small part is open for viewing);
Ribat- the former fortress-monastery, where the fortress walls and cells of the monks are perfectly preserved;
Tourists will definitely like a detailed acquaintance with Greco-Roman and Christian mythology in the halls Archaeological Museum.

No less fascinating will be a visit to the Dar Essida Museum, where guests can view interior items, clothes and utensils of past centuries in a luxurious old house with a high observatory tower.

After getting acquainted with the history, each visitor can climb to the top of the museum tower, which offers a picturesque view of the city.

The following will help you get acquainted with the sights of this African country in detail.

Hammamet

Calm and conservative Hammamet can offer travelers a considerable number of attractions, from the Arab fortress of the 9th century to the luxurious mansion of a Romanian magnate.

Cultural Center. The former home of a Romanian millionaire with columns, a swimming pool and Roman baths is reminiscent of an ancient fairy tale where you can simply wander through a cypress grove picking peaches or grapefruits right from the trees.
Ruins of Pupput. The archaeological site was once a city where sailors stayed for a short time to replenish their water and food supplies.
Fort. The ancient place, which serves as protection from pirate raids, today provides an opportunity to enjoy stunning views of the city and the sea.
It will be interesting to visit History Museum of Hammamet, where a small exposition is presented, which in a fascinating way introduces the vibrant life of the city.

How to relax?

For good rest this country has everything from a highly developed excursion program and interesting entertainment.

The beaches of Tunisia are the cleanest sandy coast, ideally equipped for chocolate skin tone and enjoyment warm sea. All of them are beautiful, but depending on the resort, the rest on them can vary a little.

Family holidays are ideal on the beaches of Monastir. They are well equipped, have a gentle slope, and you can also try diving not far from the coast.

Youth beaches with many coastal cafes and developed infrastructure present in Sousse. There are also many water parks and attractions.

Quiet and calm beaches Djerba, Hammamet and Tabarka attract fans of solitude and measured rest.

All the beaches of Tunisia belong to the coastal ones, each of which is responsible for their cleanliness.

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Entertainment, excursions and holidays

Vacationers have a great opportunity to diversify their vacation. water activities - snorkeling, diving, windsurfing. Undersea world cannot be compared with the neighboring Red Sea in Egypt, but those who stop at Tabarka should definitely go to view the coral reefs.

Tunisians traditionally celebrate New Year(December 31) and Labor Day(1st of May). During the holiday period Independence Day(June 25) Women's Day(August 13). In June in Tunisia is held falconry festival- a very spectacular event.

Excursions inland to the Sahara desert are quite popular. This unique place can surprise vacationers sand dunes and dunes, picturesque lakes and oases.

Tours are organized for vacationers Carthage – ancient capital Tunisia, as well as to the ancient monuments concentrated in Mahdia, Sfax, Monastir and Kairouan.

Tunisia - most small state in North Africa;
The country belongs to Maghreb countries together with Algeria and Morocco;
Tunisia is the second largest beautiful places on the planet;
The main fruit of the country - cactus whose fruits are used for food;
The capital has metro, more like high-speed trams;
All the roofs of the country are flat, so they heat up less;
Men can't wear beard without mustache.

The location of Tunisia has significantly influenced the culture and history of this country, making it attractive and accessible to travelers.

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Tunisia is a small country on the northern coast of Africa. On detailed map Tunisia, you can see that it is here that the most north point continent - Cape Ben Secca.

From the northeast and north, the country is washed by the waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Tunisia stretched from south to north for almost 800 km, while having a width from west to east of about 230-250 km, tapering strongly in the southern part. Despite the fact that Tunisia is the smallest state in North Africa, it controls the largest islands near African coast Mediterranean Sea. The largest of them - the island of Djerba - has an area of \u200b\u200b514 km 2.

Tunisia on the world map: geography, nature and climate

The total area of Tunisia is 163,610 km2. At the same time, the length of the country's coastline is 1148 km, which is not much less than the length of its borders - 1424 km. Almost two thirds of them are in the western neighbor - Algeria. From the southeast, the country borders on Libya.

A detailed examination of Tunisia on the world map shows that the country's borders as a whole are not typical for the region. Only in the southwestern and in places in southeastern parts they have the shape of broken straight lines, characteristic of desert regions.

Geographical position

Unlike its neighbors in the region, the country is not so much deserted and boasts a significant variety of topography. Northern part Tunisia, with the exception of the coast, is represented by the eastern end of the Atlas Mountains - the Tunisian Range. Here on the map of Tunisia in Russian you can find highest point countries - Mount Shambi (1544 meters). On the northwest coast is the so-called Tell - the most inhabited, fertile, somewhat less mountainous region. The central part of the east coast is often referred to as the Sahel. Basically, it is a sandy hilly plain. And the south and southwestern part Tunisia is a continuation of the Sahara Desert. The northern part of the country abounds large lakes and rivers. largest river Mejerda country has a length of about 460 km. The most remarkable lake of the country is located not in the north, but in the south of Tunisia. Here, on the border of the Sahara, during the rainy season, the largest salt Lake Africa - El Jerid. Its area can reach 7000 km 2, but in other seasons it dries up almost completely.

Animal and plant world

The diverse relief of the country forms an equally diverse nature. Despite active human activity, typical subtropical Mediterranean flora species are found in the northern part of the country: olives, oaks, acacias, arborvitae and heathers. The Tell area, the most fertile in the country, abounds orchards and plantations. However, the region most used in agriculture is the Sahel - olives, tobacco, flax and cotton are grown here. Desert lands are typically poor in vegetation. Animal world The region has suffered significantly from human hands over the past centuries, but large species are still found in the north of the country: wild boars and mountain sheep. Semi-desert territories are rich in many species of small predators: cheetahs, hyenas, lynxes, foxes and jackals. Desert areas are distinguished by an abundance of reptiles and arachnids.

Climate

Due to the large extent from north to south, the country's climate is diverse. The northern regions of Tunisia are in the subtropical Mediterranean zone, while the southern ones are in the tropical desert. The average winter temperature in the south is around 22°C, and in the north - 10-12°C. In summer, the temperature on the coast fluctuates between 27-29°C, while in the desert regions it can reach 35°C. The amount of precipitation is also strikingly different. In the south, this figure does not even reach 100 mm. And in the Atlas Mountains in the north, more than 1500 mm of precipitation can fall per year.

Map of Tunisia with cities. Administrative division of the country

Tunisia is divided into 24 vilayets. The map of Tunisia with cities in Russian clearly demonstrates the significant uneven distribution of residents, which is a characteristic feature for the states of the region. In the south, in the two largest provinces of the country, common area which makes up about a third of the area of Tunisia, is home to less than 3% of the population.

Tunisia- capital and The largest city which gave its name to the whole country. Located on the northern coast of the state. Up to 40% of the country's inhabitants live in its agglomeration. Therefore, it is industrial and political center Tunisia.

In the center of the east coast is the second most populous city in the country - Sfax. Based on the foundations of an ancient Roman city, it is often referred to by the inhabitants of Tunisia as the "southern capital".

The city is located 100 km south of the capital. sousse is the third largest city in the country. However, it is in it that a large number of monuments of architecture from ancient times to the Renaissance. This makes the city the tourist and cultural center of the country.

Tunisia attracts millions of tourists every year. He is the one tourist destination, which can qualitatively and fully satisfy all the needs of the traveler. And although this country takes up little space on the map, it manages to combine a year-round resort climate, golden beaches, history and shopping - all this thanks to its good location.

In addition, to all the above factors, the low cost of services is added compared to other points. tourist destination. mediterranean climate means that tourists can enjoy relaxing on one of the many beaches that this country has to offer.

Geographic location of Tunisia

Tunisia is country in North Africa covering 165,000 square kilometers. Its northernmost point, Cape Angela, is also the northernmost point in Africa. This state is adjacent to Algeria in the west and southwest, Libya in the southeast. In the north and east, its shores are washed by the Mediterranean Sea. The name of the country comes from its capital Cities- the city of Tunisia, which is located on northeast coast. The capital of the country is at the same time the largest city in the country and its economic and cultural center.

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The coast of Tunisia stretches for 1150 km and has numerous bays, coves, capes and several islands, including:

Djerba (514 square kilometers), the largest of all the islands in North Africa;
Shergi (110 square kilometers);
Gharbi (50 square kilometers).

Djerba, is largest island North Africa. It is located in the Gulf of Gabes. Djerba is part of the Tunisian department of Medenine and is divided into three districts, named after the three cities that form them administrative centers.

The islands of Shergi and Gharbi, together with the surrounding islets, form the Kerkenna archipelago.

On the territory of Tunisia are located the eastern end of the Atlas Mountains and northern regions desert Sahara. Most of the rest of the country's land is fertile soil. The coastline includes the African junction of western and eastern parts Mediterranean basin.

Although relatively small in size, this the country has great ecological diversity because of its north-south extent. Its east-west extent is limited. Differences between north and south, as in the rest of the Maghreb, are mainly due to ecological differences between north and south, determined by a sharp decrease in precipitation in the south.

Nature of Tunisia

Dorsal, the eastern extension of the Atlas Mountains, runs through the country at northeast direction from the Algerian border in the west to the Cape Bon Peninsula in the east. To the north of Dorsal is Tell, a region characterized by low rolling hills and plains.

The state is divided into 24 governorates or vilayets, which are further subdivided into 264 districts and further subdivided into municipalities.

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Physical and geographical features

The climate of Tunisia mediterranean in the north. The south of the country is a hot desert. The terrain in the north is mountainous, which, moving south, gives way to a hot, dry central plain. The south is semi-arid and merges with the Sahara. Row salt lakes, known as the hottes or shatts, lie on the east-west line at the northern edge of the Sahara, extending from the Gulf of Gabes into Algiers. The most low point – Chott el Jerid at 17 meters below sea level, and the tallest- Jebel-ech-Chambi at an altitude of 1544 meters.

The Sahel, an expanding coastal plain along the eastern Mediterranean coast, ranks among the world's best olive-growing areas. Inland from the Sahel, between Dorsal and a series of hills south of Gafs, are the Barrens.

Most of southern region semi-arid and desert. 40% of the surface is occupied by the Sahara desert, while the rest of the territory consists of fertile land and more than a thousand kilometers of easily accessible coasts. Both of these factors played an important role in ancient times for the founding of cities such as Carthage here.

On the coast of Tunisia is northernmost point in Africa and Cape Bon, a peninsula believed by geologists to have been linked to Sicily thousands of years ago and to have been a bridge between Africa and Europe. Zembra Island is located 10 kilometers from Cape Bon.

On southeast coast is the gulf of Gabes, the largest in the country, which stretches for more than 200 km between the city of Sfax and Kerkenna to the north. In the northwestern part of Tunisia, the peaks of the Tunis range rise.

Country history

Both the Sahara Desert and the Atlas Mountains played a large role in ancient times, along with the famous city of Carthage (then as a Roman province of Africa).

The Vandals occupied the region during the 5th century, the Byzantines took over in the 6th century, and the Arabs in the 8th century.

In the Arab era, the Great Mosque of Kairouan, or as it is also called, was built Mosque of Ukba. It is the oldest minaret in the world, as well as the most ancient and prestigious sanctuary in the Muslim West.

At the end of the 16th century coastline became a pirate stronghold.

In 1534, under the command of Hayreddin Barbarossa Pasha, the first Ottoman conquest of Tunisia took place. The Ottoman Empire retained this region until it was occupied by France in 1881.

The rivalry between French and Italian interests in Tunisia culminated in the French invasion in 1881 and the creation of a protectorate. Agitation for independence over several decades led to Tunisia becoming an independent state in 1956.