Destination · Tunisie
Kairouan
The first holy city of the Maghreb: the Great Mosque founded in 670, a listed medina and the art of carpet weaving.
Kairouan, holy city
Founded in 670, Kairouan is the oldest Muslim city in the Maghreb. Its medina is a World Heritage site.
What to see
- The Great Mosque of Sidi Uqba, its marble courtyard and minaret.
- The Sidi Sahbi mausoleum (Mosque of the Barber).
- The Aghlabid basins.
- The souks: hand-knotted carpets and makroudh, the local pastry.
Practical
Kairouan is an easy day trip from Sousse, Monastir or Hammamet.
Where is Kairouan?
Things to do in Kairouan
Great Mosque
One of the oldest places of worship in the Muslim world.
Medina
UNESCO-listed since 1988.
Crafts
Kairouan carpets and makroudh.