Tunis

Capital of Tunisia, Tunis blends Arab, Mediterranean and French influences around its UNESCO-listed medina, a maze of narrow streets where souks, mosques and craft workshops intersect. The Bardo Museum houses one of the world's richest collections of Roman mosaics. Nearby, the ruins of Carthage overlook the sea, while the villages of Sidi Bou Saïd with their white and blue houses, and La Marsa complete the visit. The Mediterranean climate ensures generous sunshine throughout most of the year, perfect for café terraces serving mint tea and pastries, as well as strolls along the corniche overlooking the Gulf of Tunis.