Tunisia is counted amongst one of the best countries in the world for a grand vacation, as it is a very fascinating part of North Africa, combining lovely Mediterranean beaches. Historical sites, bustling cities and a beautiful desert surround this wonderful place. Here visitors can enjoy sunbathing by the sea and shopping in the souks.

Travelers like visiting Tunisia because of many reasons. This article highlights the ten most obvious reasons:
 
  • History: The country can boast of several stunning ancient sites that have been there for thousands of years. Some of the most famous among these sites include the Roman amphitheater at El Jem and Carthage.
  • Beaches: The popular resorts like Hammamet and Monastir and the islands of Djerba and Kerkennah enhance the beauty and attraction of Tunisia.
  • Food: There are lots of dining options ranging from gourmet restaurants to stylish pavement cafes that offer some popular local dishes such as brik and lightly cooked egg.
  • Desert: Here one can explore the four-wheel safari drive in Matmata, a place where the epic Star Wars was filmed. Here travelers can enjoy the sunset over the oasis of Tozeur and Douz.
  • Shopping: Tunisia is a wonderful place to shop. People can easily buy leather goods, pottery and carpets in the souks of Tunis, Souse and many other towns.
  • Spas: Tunisia's famous thalassotherapy spas are known all over the world. It is meant to cure a wide range of diseases using hot water. In Tunisia, spas are provided almost at all major hotels.
  • Festivals: Tunisia offers a wide range of festivals such as camel racing, nomadic dancing, magic shows during the International Douz Festival held every year in the month of December.
  • Golf: There are lots of places in Tunisia where people can enjoy playing golf. Such places include Hammamet, Monastir and Tabarka.
  • Touring: It is better to opt for an escorted tour in Tunisia as the guide can help you explore majestic places such as Kairouan with a magnificent mosque and an ancient Medina and the Roman remains of Dougga and Bulla Regia.
  • Cities: Tunisia can boast of bustling souks with elegant buildings and impressive Medina of narrow lanes. The Bardo Museum here is said to have stocked a rich collection of Roman mosaics.
Hence, the above-mentioned reasons show the importance of Tunisia as a rich country in terms of cultural heritage and traditions. This is why this country attracts millions of tourists ever year from different parts of the world.