Tabarka
& its surroundings
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When people talk about the Coral Coast and Bizerta
the first thing that comes to mind is the three hundred Km coastline
with its backdrop of green hills . We are in the north of Tunisia
, and far from the desert region . We are surrounded by oueds
and lakes in the land of the cypress and rich harvests . Two
thousand years ago , this was the " bread basket "
of Rome , and our region has some beautiful examples of ancient
Roman towns. Dougga , Bulla Regia , Chemtou and Utica have all become famous the world over . You will enjoy your vacation by the sea even more when it is supplemented by short trips to these marvellous ruins. |
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During the 16th , 17th and
18th centuries , the Italian, Spanish and French Republics were
all very interested in the region, and by the rich harvests of
coral which came from the reefs offshore. The towns here became
important ports during the period when trade relations were not
always peaceful. The large fortresses in Bizerta and Tabarka were another result of these turbulent times. Today you will find a more peaceful kind of competition going on between the popular resorts along the coast . |
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Few cities have as strategic a position as the town the Romans called Hyppo Diarrhytus . It is located on a strip of land that connects the Mediterranean and the huge , natural harbor named after the city . This incomparable shelter for ships explains why Bizerta has always been so important , and why it has been punic Roma Byzantine , Arab and Turkish … Today the city is lively and prosperous . The well-preserved Medina , with its mosques , souks and Moorish houses , offers many pleasant discoveries for the visitor . Its winding streets end at the old Port , where there are coffees and small docks for fishing boats , and the atmosphere here is unique . A visit to the fish market is a must . |
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The combination of sea and
mountains is certainly one of the most sought-after by vacationers,
and the area to the Northwest of Bizerta offers both with many
variations on the theme . The hills have all different kinds of plant life , and so each mountain is unique . In Tabarka , for example , the hills are covered by a dense forest , and the predominant tree is the oak , large and majestic . This forest and the moor which extends towards the Mogods are a hunter's paradise. In this forest couches the hare : wild game (jackal , fox ,wild-cat and genet ) abound on the fern-covered trails . |
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A true paradise for lovers
of the sea , leisure seekers , and diving enthusiasts , as well
as for golfers and hunters , on foot or on horseback . Tabarka
is a model of the modern town for the tourist , too , with all
the facilities to make even the most demanding holidaymaker completely
happy ; true quality accommodation , and there's more . In summer
, the Tabarka Jazz Festival makes the town the centre of attraction
, with its unique atmosphere of fun and relaxation. Tabarka is your gateway to harmony , nature , comfort and true quality leisure . |
* Source National Office of Tunisian Tourism