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Visiting Monastir, those who love shopping usually go to Medina first. The historic district offers the most attractive markets and shops. You can buy the most popular national goods here, visit specialized stalls with oil perfumes and aroma oils, handmade carpets, dried fruit, spices, and jewellery, as well as various crafted goods. There also popular antique stalls where you can find myriads of unique antique objects. Popular shops neighbour national restaurants, so shopping can always be complemented with tasting popular national dishes. On Saturday, you should definitely go to the central square to visit an agricultural fair held once a week. It opens at 7am and usually works till noon. There are beautiful national clothes, quality and cheap leather goods, hand-painted ceramics, wicker baskets, and different jewellery. All local craftsmen bring their goods to the fair, and you can often buy exclusive souvenirs and handmade items that are not sold in regular shops. There are a few interesting small markets in the Skanes area. They mostly specialize in selling groceries. The markets will be interesting to those who want to buy exotic fruit, spices, and popular national confectionery. Literally each market has stalls with popular souvenirs. There are also modern shopping malls in the city. Yasmina Center is one of the largest ones. It’s known for a wide variety of souvenir departments where you can buy popular aroma oils, ceramics, wooden goods as … Read further

Our guide to Monastir

Cultural excursion through Monastir - things to see

Mausolée du Président Habib Bourguiba is a very important national symbol for local people. The mausoleum was erected in honour of the first president of Tunisia. The mausoleum is of great architectural value. It was built using the best practices of Arab and Muslim architecture. Besides the vault of the president and his family members, the mausoleum also houses a small museum. Its main exhibits include the … Open

Attractions and active leisure

The island of Kuriat is popular with those who love spending their holiday in picturesque natural places. Some interesting hiking trails, going through local natural landmarks, are laid here, so you can admire them while walking. The island has a few wonderful wild beaches, near which popular diving sites can be found. Over the last years, a lot of effort has been put into the development of the city. For example, … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

The Ali bar—which has as good a choice of dishes and drinks as many famous restaurants—is very popular with thrifty tourists. Tourists like the bar for its affordable prices, simple and incredibly delicious dishes from fresh regional products. The signature dishes include seafood pasta, fresh vegetable salads, and fruit desserts. Besides, the bar has a huge choice of drinks. The Marina the Captain … Open

Traditions and mentality of Monastir

One of the special features of national culture is colourful markets where local people like walking. Markets are still one of the favourite places for recreation: between colourful rows of stalls, they meet friends and relatives, discuss the latest pieces of news, and do shopping. Visiting the markets, tourists should remember that they can and should haggle with local sellers. Bargaining is an important part of … Open

Travel guide to Monastir

The most significant religious attraction of the city is the Great Mosque. It was built over a thousand years ago. Over the years, the mosque has been repeatedly rebuilt. Now it is a beautiful architectural monument with arches and columns. In the mosque, there is a large courtyard and a spacious hall for prayers, in which it does not get hot even at the height of a hot day. The entrance to the mosque is accessible … Open

Monastir for children - what to visit

Those who simply want to take a walk with children in picturesque places should go to the harbor Monastir Marina. Here you can admire the ships moored by the shore, visit the cafes and restaurants located off the coast, or admire how local fishermen work. The harbor area is well equipped for recreation. You will find many spacious viewing platforms, interesting shops and entertainment centers here. You can rent a … Open

Tunisia - moving around the country

If there is a need to quickly get from one city to another, you can use any of the local airports. Generally, flights within the country will not take more than an hour. Water transportation, particularly the use of ferries, is yet another means of transportation that enjoys a huge popularity in Tunisia. They travel not only along the coast, but also connect Tunisia with neighboring countries, for example, with France, Italy and others. On the ferry there is an opportunity to transport your own car or bicycle. Cruise ships, yachts and boats now perform not only their usual transportation function, but are also engaged in excursion activities. At the height of the tourist season, the demand with regards to water transport increases. … Open

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