Cap Bon
The Roman called
the region of the Cap Bon «
The beautiful promontory ».
It has the most fertile soil of the
country. Its population of Berber
origin. The wars and the invasions
brought other groups of people, amongst
whom, the most important are the Hilaliens
from the East, the Maaouines from
Morocco and the Andalusians from Spain.
The richness of the soil, the warmness of the climate, and the dynamism of the population, made of the region a garden above the sea: grapevine, orange trees, lemon trees, bergamot tree, bigarad tree, Jasmine and roses as well as truck farming.
The climate, the
large beautiful beaches, the population
tradition of hospitality and courteousness
attract the visitors as one can see
in the touristic areas of Nabeul and
Hammamet and the new touristic zone
of Yasmine-Hammamet.
Other villages and small cities are attractive as well.
Grombalia
This city is originally an Andalusian village, at the heart of a region of orchard and wine-growing area. An important Italian community lived around this area. The Grapevine Festival is held in September.
Near the city, Aïn
Tébournouk, the old Tubernuc,
with a water source discovered from
the Roman Era. The important archaeological
site and vestiges stretching along
a big surface area : an old dam, a
monumental gate, a forum, the capitol,
a Byzantine citadel…
Soliman
This village was invaded by the Andalusians in the XVII century. It has a beautiful beach.
Korbous
This is one of
the most picturesque places in the
Cap Bon. It is a thermal station from
the Roman Era, it received rich Roman
from Carthage, who came for Carpis
waters. A thermal station was established
in the ancient Beys palace. Many mineral
sources treat various diseases. A
magnificent view on the Gulf of Tunis.
A bit farther, beautiful areas for
picnics.
Kélibia
Kélibia,
the old Clupea, a phenicien than a
roman harbour, is famous for its muscat
grapes and fine wines. At about 2,5
km from the city, stretches a beautiful
beach of fine white sand.
A beautiful Byzantine fortress dominates stands near the sea. It gives a magnificent view over Kélibia to admire a beautiful panorama on the coast.
The White Kélibia is a new seaside resort under establishment.
source : ONTT |
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