Hammamet

The relaxed atmosphere, miles of beautiful beaches and exotic markets make Hammamet an ideal place to relax and de-stress. The beaches in Hammamet are known for their beauty. The most beautiful place in Tunisia, is also a beautiful natural place for tourists to start their tour. Some of the beaches are privately owned by the hotel, so it's a good idea to do your research before booking a hotel room. The beaches here are mostly shallow water beaches, very suitable for young children. Guests can try their hand at windsurfing, paragliding, or camel riding along the coast. Scuba dive and explore the wreck of the Takrouna, a German ship from World War II. Looking outside, visitors will see whales swimming around the wreck.

The history of this land dates back to a settlement called Pupput, now an archaeological site, visitors visiting here can discover the rich history of the area. Visitors can walk along the walls around the city. When the sun goes down, if viewed from here, visitors will see that the sun gives the city outstanding orange and yellow colors. Enclosed within the walls is the medina (old Arab quarter), characterized by small streets and white buildings. Visitors can haggle with local vendors for shisha pipes and traditional baskets. Learn about Hammamet's history at the Folk Tradition Museum and admire the medieval Kasbah. At the bottom is Café Sidi Bou Hdid. Formerly a shrine to a devout person, today, it is a gathering place for people to drink coffee and beer in the late afternoon.

Travel south of Hammamet city center to visit the 1920s Dar Sebastian mansion. This sprawling house has hosted many famous guests, including a fashion designer. Elsa Schiaparelli and former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill. Today, it is also known as the International Cultural Center. The house's outdoor theater is the venue for events during the Hammamet International Festival. Guests can easily visit Hammamet on foot, most of the attractions are located on the beach and around the medina. Outside of the area, visitors can take a short taxi ride to Pupput to see what remains of a Roman village. Remember to negotiate with the driver before the car runs.

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