Monastir, Tunisia

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This medieval town has now been developed into a popular resort that boasts about its golden sandy beaches. At the center of town is the impressive 8th-century red-stone ribat (a fortified monastery), which now houses a small museum of Islamic arts. Tunisia's first president after independence, Habib Bourguiba, was born and is buried in Monastir, and there are some attractions related to him and his family, including the Habib Bourguiba Mosque and the gold domes of the Bourguiba family mausoleum. There's also an interesting craft center in town. More info on: wired-destinations.com

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