 Tunisia is regarded as one of the most liberal nations in the Islamic world, especially concerning the women rights. Throughout its history, the country has been influenced by immigrants - primarily Phoenician, Arab, Berber, African, Turkish, and European, what gave rise to a unique Tunisian culture. The official language of Tunisia is Arabic, but the use of French is widespread that showing the influence on the country by French colonists.
Annually in Tunisia you may be a witness of a number of international festivals, celebrating music, dancing, film, and history. Numerous archaeological sites and museums are located throughout the country, including one of the most famous ruins at the ancient Roman city of Carthage.
Visas, Customs and Tips
Visas are not required for most nationals, but anyway check that with any Tunisian embassy, consulate, or travel agent before departing as regulations may change.
Free import allowance includes 200 cigarettes, 1 bottle of alcoholic beverage, and a rational amount of perfumes.
You may find film throughout the country.
You may not encounter any problems with taking photos, but you’d better avoid taking pictures near any military constructions.
Usually people don't object being photographed and many admire to pose, but anyway ask for permission, especially if your snap includes Muslim women.
Tunisia is a Muslim country, so dress modest clothes.
Swimsuits and beachwear are acceptable at the coastal resorts; if you enter any mosque, you should be decently dressed.
The climate in the north and south of Tunisia is rather different. The north's climate is typically Mediterranean, with hot dry summers and mild wet winters. In the south, the vicinity to the Sahara increases the aridity of the landscape, and makes an unpleasant summer climatic combination of high humidity and high temperatures.
Rainfall is seldom and droughts are common. Temperatures along the coast average 7°C (45°F) in winter and 32°C (90°F) in summer. In the South scorching hot, dry Sirocco winds from the Sahara raise the temperatures into the mid-40s C.
The best seasons to visit Tunisia are spring and autumn, although summer is popular despite the severity of the heat.
Though Tunisia’s territory is rather small and close to Sahara, it is one of the most popular safari destinations, as it has 6 national parks and is a stable and safe country.
One of the Tunisian Parks is Jebel Ichkeul National Park. It is one of only two water-based conservation areas in the world to be specified by UNESCO as Wetland World Heritage Sites. The Park is an important bird hover and from October through to February provides a main stop for water birds, which migrate between Europe and Africa. It is also refuge to one of Tunisia's most colorful birds, the purple gallinule, and among its animal life are water buffalo, wild boar, jackals and otters.
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