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Here are some interesting and fun facts about Tunis, the sprawling capital of Tunisia, a country located in North Africa.

Country-Area Code: +216-71

Population: approx. 2.5 mio (2025)

Language: Arabic

Currency: Tunisian dinar

• Tunis sits along Lake Tunis, just inland from the Mediterranean Sea’s Gulf of Tunis. Its strategic location on the Mediterranean has resulted in a vibrant culture blending African, Arab, and European influences, which can be seen in its diverse arts, food, and architecture.
• The capital is home to a centuries-old medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, filled with monuments, mausoleums, and madrassas. 
• It is also home to the Bardo Museum, which houses a collection of Roman mosaics and Islamic art.
• The thermal baths, dating from the time of Rome’s Antonine emperors (who reigned in the 2nd century), and the mosque of Al-Zaytūnah (8th century), the oldest and most venerated monument in Tunis, are some of the city’s attractions.

Did you know…?

• A popular dish in Tunis, and throughout Tunisia, is couscous, made from tiny steamed pasta, served with vegetables and meat. Brik, a crispy pastry filled with egg, tuna, and spices, is another popular dish there.
• Tunis is a center for textiles, which includes clothing and fabrics. Tourism is very important as well, as many people visit to see the historical sites and enjoy the seaside.