Day 01
Kairouan and El Jem Islamic and Roman Heritage Journey
- Depart in the morning towards Kairouan, the first capital of Islam in the Maghreb and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Visit the Great Mosque of Kairouan, one of the oldest and most important Islamic monuments in North Africa.
- Explore the Aghlabid Basins, impressive ninth-century hydraulic reservoirs showcasing early Islamic engineering.
- Walk through the old medina of Kairouan, discovering traditional streets, historic buildings, and local life.
- Visit the Mausoleum of Sidi Sahbi, also known as the Barber Mausoleum, an important religious landmark.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing the journey towards El Jem.
- Explore the massive Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem, one of the largest and best-preserved Roman monuments in the world.
- Visit the El Jem Archaeological Museum to admire detailed mosaics illustrating daily life in Roman Africa.
