Tunisia - Monastir, Tunisia

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Monastir, 9th century walls and an imposing Ribat tower over a modern resort complex and the result is amazingly harmonious. It captures that blend of the traditional and modern that characterizes Tunisia. The "monastery" after which the town was named, was built by an Islamic religious order in 797 to defend the town from roaming nomadic tribes and Byzantine warships. The fortress houses a lovely museum of Islamic art and artifacts. A marina nestled in the shade of the walls provides a enjoyable promenade as does the long avenue that offers the bluest of Mediterranean seas on one side and open air terraces of Hotels, restaurants and coffee houses from where you can enjoy the view.

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