Djerba the dream island

Djerba is an island located southeast of Tunisia, about 50 miles north of Medenine, between the peninsulas Jorf and Zarzis. This island paradise surrounded by the azure blue of the Mediterranean, continues to dazzle its visitors. It offers guests a calm and relaxed way of life, which makes it an ideal place for an unforgettable vacation.

It quickly become one of the most popular thanks to its sunny weather tourist destinations, its crystal blue waters and the beauty of its landscapes.

The old town also has a certain charm. The souks located in the narrow streets of the Medina offer all kinds of goods, there are fabrics, carpets, spices, jewelry, crafts ... In the souks, are four religious monuments Zaouia Sidi Brahim El Jemni, Jemaa El Ghorba (mosque of foreigners), and Djemaa-Trouk (mosque of the Turks) and Ech-Cheikh mosque.

Known since antiquity, Djerba was for centuries a land of encounter between different civilizations that have marked the history of the island through stories and relics. The legendary Ulysses was seduced by his charm and fascinated by its beautiful shores.
Today, Djerba has several luxury hotels, clubs and leisure facilities. Hotel infrastructure is renowned for its performance: it has become the most important in southern Tunisia continues to be seduced by its beautiful orchards, archaeological sites, monuments and traditional architecture tourist attraction.

Homes, or the Menzel, is the traditional home of the island. White dome, this typical djerbienne architecture is one of the wonders of Djerba.
The Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions, located in Houmt Souk, contains a rich collection of costumes that belonged to ethnic groups autrefois.On There is also a pottery and antique jewelry.

South of Houmt Souk is Ghriba synagogue dating from the 6th century BC It is a place of pilgrimage every year, Jews of all countries gather here. South west of the island is Guellala, a pottery village where all the inhabitants practicing this ancient art.

Djerba is characterized by its diversity of tourism activities. It offers, in fact, a wide variety of sports and water sports such as cycling, tennis, horseback riding, water skiing, scuba diving and fishing. It is home to the annual festival of Ulysses which organizes folk performances, sporting and cultural.
Apart from the typical Djerba Menzel, one can find newer homes that combine modern and traditional architecture. The tourist zone offers, in turn, villas with swimming pool offering magnificent views of the sea, however, the dominant colors are white and blue.; white for masonry and blue for windows and doors.