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Tozeur, Tunisia
The oasis of Tozeur, a city-symbol of southern Tunisia, is one of the gates to the Sahara. There are no dunes here, but there is a desert landscape that appears in the distance, on the El-Jerid chott. The palm grove of Tozeur is said to be the most beautiful of Tunisia.
In spring, when the overwhelming summer heat has not yet completely dried up the landscape, palm trees, fruit trees and the different growings flourish to the sound of the two hundred springs of water that irrigate the oasis. A very pleasant destination for a first contact with the desert.
If you like art and culture, visit the 'Planet Oasis'. This brand new cultural centre houses a huge Berber tent where traditional banquets are given, as well as several galleries. The work of contemporary artists is exhibited here; there is kitchenware for tea and coffee, lamps made from blown glass, pottery and paintings. An amphitheatre is complete with installations. A sound and light show retracing the history of Tozeur is given every evening except Mondays.
You can can walk in different areas of Tozeur itself including the old quarter of Ouled el-Hadef, the panoramic viewpoint, the Paradise gardens, the Paradise zoo and the palm grove. Several more distant excursions are possible, usually done in a 4x4 to the El-Djerid chott, the Red Lizard, the mountains oasis and Nefta, a charming oasis that rivals Tozeur.
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pros
- Desert landscapes .
- A city stop opening on to the Sahara.
- A hotel offering good quality.
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- Sites raided by organised excursions.
- The summer heat can quickly become unbearable (it sometimes reaches 49 ° C).
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To see
The Museum of popular arts and traditions, in the old town. The Dar Cheraït museum, next to the hotel of the same name, has pieces of Tunisian and Ottoman art from the 17th to the 20th century. You should also see the Thousand and One Nights theme park at the entrance of the Tozeur medina.More
To do
The Red Lizard is one of the unmissable trips. This is a train that takes you back to the early 20th century. Furnished as it used to be, with lounges with leather or tapestry armchairs and a buffet car decorated with woodwork, it takes the line that leads to a phosphate mine, leaving from Métlaoui. The line crosses the gorges of Selja, with a surprising decoration of ribbed rocks and rivers carrying green clay .More
To think about
The best place to discover the abandoned village of Tamerza is a hotel! The Tamerza Palace is built right in front of the ruins and it is worth spending at least one night here. Prices are reasonable, you eat well here, and most importantly, you have the privilege of admiring the village any time you want, from your bedroom, the swimming pool or the restaurant.More
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To avoid
More generally, trips by 4X4 are organised. Whether the destination is the Chott el Jerid or the mountain oasis (Tamerza, Chebika and Midès), you will end up in a convoy of cars that will take you to visit places with around thirty people, sometimes more in high season. The only other option is renting a car and good timing, in the early morning. In the evening, unfortunately, many groups come for the sunset.More
To try
The palm grove of Tozeur produces many varieties of figs. Sahel couscous (the desert is not far) as well as all other specialties of the country such as tajine, brick, fingers of Fatma and chorba. Be aware, however, that buffet service in the hotels is generally less 'attractive' than in those of Hammamet or Djerba. A good restaurant to remember is that of Tamerza Palace, a hotel located opposite the village of Tamerza.More
To bring back
You could bring back a carpet with motifs of the south (stylised dromadaries). All kinds of crafts made from wrought iron, glass, leather, pottery and woven reeds are also available. There is everything for decorating bedrooms, living rooms and kitchens with lamps, vases, small furniture, plates and dishes made of clay. Do not hesitate to go directly to the manufacturers; addresses can be asked for at the souk, or in hotels.More
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