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Kelibia
The sweetness
of life
Once called Clypea, Kelibia is a haven of peace bordered by one of the most
beautiful sand beaches in the country. Located just a few kilometers from the
Tunisian capital, it is a tourism hub. Quiet and peaceful city, its gastronomy is
famous and it has many wonderful places to discover, such as its majestic fort
or the timeless archaeological site of Kerkouane.
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The fort of Kelibia
The archaeological site of Kerkouane and its necropolis
From the fort of Kelibia, you have an extraordinary view over the city and the sea. Built
Inscribed on the World Heritage List since 1986, the Punic city of Kerkouane was
at the top of a 150 meters high rocky promontory, this stone citadel dominates the tip
discovered in 1952. Nowadays, you can visit its thousand-year-old vestiges. Located at the
of the Cap Bon peninsula. It was built for the first time in the third century B.C., during
tip of the Cap Bon on a cliff that overlooks the sea, it bears exceptional witness to the Punic-
the Punic period.
Phoenician urbanism. In opposition to what happened in Carthage, the Phoenician city
Dismantled by Romans, a new fortification is erected by the Byzantines and will be
remained un conquered and its port, ramparts, dwellings, shops, studios, streets, squares,
expanded and remodeled by its successive occupants, especially in the 16th century
temples and necropolis clearly appear as they were during the third century B.C. The
when Ottomans faced the repeated assaults of the Spanish.
necropolis of Arg El Ghazouani, that was located on a rocky hill just a kilometer away from
This magnificent work bears witness to the importance of the city and its strategic
the city, bears valuable witness to the Punic funeral architecture. A fascinating place that will
military position in Mediterranean. Visiting the fort on a clear day offers a splendid view
satisfy all heritage and archaeology enthusiasts.
over the famous Italian island, Pantelleria.
Beach of fine sand and turquoise sea
Considered as one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean, it is a major
asset for the city. During summertime, Kelibia’s population increases, thanks to the
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Its port and its gastronomy
enowned for the quality of its fish, Kelibia has the best seafood restaurants. Its
gastronomy attracts numerous lovers of Mediterranean cuisine. What’s more pleasant
than eating a fish dish served with the famous Muscat de Kélibia ? The city offerts many
significant influx of tourists from all around the world, especially from Italy. Its white sand
activities, such as lampara net fishing, which consists of illuminating the sea with a projector
and transparent water are exceptional.
fixed to the boat in order to attract fishes (sardines, mackerel) to the surface. Its gastronomy
You will therefore have the chance to enjoy the sea and the long walks along the coast.
is popular among lovers of Mediterranean cuisine. The city’s port is also one of the most
Every year, one of its most beautiful beaches, the Mansoura, is the rendez-vous of
important ports in Tunisia ; its pleasant and welcoming neighbourdhood is worth a visit. I
all vacationers who want to spend a dream holiday with family and friends on this
Kelibia is twinned with Almunecar in Spain since 1986, Pantelleria in Italy since
prodigious site.
1993 and Marsala in Italy since 2003.
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