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 | The 31th International Festival of Oasis will be held in Tozeur, from 26 to 29 December 2009 on the theme:''The rhythm of the Oasis and the South.''
The festival is open to all governorates of the south, through the participation of folk groups and the orgnization a major exhibition dedicated to local handicrafts.
The shows opening and closing ceremonies will be held this year in a new space constructed in the middle of the old Oasis. As usual, the festival will highlight the cultural and civilizational features of the Djerid region, including the heritage of Tozeur, Nafta, and Deguèche Tamerza. |
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| Thuburbo Majus, which lies 60 Km southwest of Carthage, was known as Colonia Julia Aurelia Commoda in the Roman times. It was originally a Punic town. Later it was founded by Augustus in 27 BC and it became an important trade point. This amazing site contains the Roman Capitol, Forum, Baths and theater. Romans started to build Thuburbo Majus around the year 27 BC... |
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| The name of Douz may be of Berber, Roman or Arabic origin.. it does not matter, the important thing is that Douz is the gate of the Great Sahara, which passed by travelers, nomads, settlers and conquerors. This city founded there with it tens of centuries, has experienced successive crops, but it is the Arab-Muslim civilization that has permeated most, for it was an obligatory stop for the first Arab caravans that were going to Africa to spread Islam and Arab culture. For these reasons it has become, since ancient times, a symbol of culture and Saharan influences. Thus, it has been selected by major film makers as decorations in their films. The festival was attended largely to the release of the image of this city and give it special characteristics in culture and tourism worldwide ... and thanks to the appearance of the city 's is actually improved, becoming worthy to be called "the gateway to the Sahara" is irrefutable evidence of the efforts of the state for development of all regions of the country and what the right choice bet on the human being | |
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Standing at the end of the promontory beyond Carthage is the delightful blue and white cliff-top village of Sidi Bou Said. One of the best preserved and most authentic towns along Tunisia’s coast, it makes a delightful afternoon trip. |
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 On the north western edge of the Tell, close to the town of Jendouba is the wonderful site of Bulla Regia. This Roman City lies just above the plain and is on a well organized site with a small museum, and plenty of parking right on the road. |
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