Nestled on the east coast of Tunisia, the Monastir region is one of its most popular tourist spots, within easy reach of Skanes and Sousse. The city of Monastir has morphed into a major destination – a far-cry from the fishing village it once was. With enough daytrips to keep you busy, and plenty to be getting on with in the resort, it’s a perfect place to see several sides of Tunisia.
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Despite renovations and restorations, some of the old walls and gates that encompass Monastir’s traditional medina are still intact, and it’s a great place to explore if you fancy sampling some authentic Tunisian cuisine before bartering for local goods to take back home as holiday mementos
Capture the Beauty of the Ribat
You may recognise it as the backdrop for some of Monty Python’s Life of Brian, but even without this honour, it’s well worth a visit. Once used to spot hostile ships, it’s now a major tourist attraction that is very well preserved. The Great Mosque is next door too, and the Mausoleum of Habib Bourguiba is only 10mins walk away.
Sample Fresh Seafood in the Marina
The fresh catch of the day is seafood, at its best. In Monastir’s marina you can order fishy delights,freshly prepared to order. The restaurants scattered around this bustling hub are top quality, and perfect for a romantic treat. Seafood isn’t the only thing on the menu either, if you fancy something different instead.
Stretch Out on the Sands
One thing that Monastir does incredibly well is beaches. If your holiday plans involve relaxing on golden sands, the beaches here would be perfect for you. Most of them have excellent facilities including cafes and restaurants, as well as plenty of watersports if you want dive into adventure withsome adrenaline-hit thrills.
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Something for everyone from summer playgrounds of golden sands to peaceful relaxation in the pine-fringed calas of the east coast.
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