As we circled the roundabout for the second time, the policewoman could not help but smile and wave us over to the side of the Route National. We had lost our way, obviously. On the other hand, maybe our rather extraordinary car piqued her interest. ‘Hello! Francais?’ she smiled, casually waving the mainly agricultural traffic, […]
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Like a pale disk the sun rose from the sands surrounding the glorious oasis. The early morning sunlight, filtered by the palm trees, held only a memory of the fierce heat of the day before. Finally free of their burdens, her finely sculpted hand safe in his, they could start this new day dreaming of
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Amphitheatre of El Jem Date of Inscription: 1979N35 17 47.004 E10 42 24.984 3/5 El Jem is famous for its amphitheatre, capable of seating 35,000 spectators. Only Rome’s Colosseum (about 45,000 spectators) and the ruined theatre of Capua are larger. The amphitheatre at El Jem was built by the Romans under proconsul Gordian, who was
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Maison de Jeunes – SousseCite Sahloul 4000Camping is possible but costs the same as a room. It’s cheap and dirty but the people are super friendly and it’s nice to see how they keep the kids of the streets. Hotel Dar Ali – DjerbaBP. 86 Sidi Mahrez, hoteldarali@topnet.tnCheap and clean rooms with swimming pool and