El Ghriba Synagogue, Djerba, Tunisia

Jane Thomas sent me this great interior view of the El Ghriba Synagogue, which is located on the Tunisian island Djerba, in the Jewish village Hara Seghira, close to the capital city of Jerba, Houmt Souk.

Amphitheatre of El Jem, Tunisia (UNESCO)

The Amphitheatre of El Jem in Tunisia was built in 238 by Proconsul Gordian and had room for 35,000 spectators. It was mainly used for gladiator games and chariot races.
In 1979 it was inscribed into the UNESCO World Heritage list.
This great addition for my collection was sent by Jane Thomas.

Port el Kantaoui, Tunisia

Great multiview showing images of Port el Kantaoui in Tunisia sent by Jane Thomas.  It was built in 1979 as a tourist place around a big artificial harbour. The architecture is modern but with a certain touch of the local style.

Habib Bourguiba Mausoleum, Monastir, Tunisia

This card shows the beautiful Mausoleum of Tunisias first president Habib Bourguiba in Monastir. Even though he was not freely elected by the people he is still seen as the father of modern state of Tunisia.  He ruled the country for 30 years and was then replaced by his successor and placed under arrest at his home. Lots of streets, avenues and places were named after him as a sign of gratitude.
The card was sent by Elke,  a former collegue of mine