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Visiting Djerba, Tunisia


A large island, approximately 20 by 20 kilometers, Djerba lies just off the northeastern coast of Africa, in southeastern Tunisia, near the Libyan border. Set on the Gulf of Gabes, the island is known for an eclectic population of residents and tourists, splendid beaches and picturesque villages that feature distinctive, square, whitewashed houses. Houmt Souq is the one large town, with bustling markets and lively outdoor cafes. Djerba, which offers a pirate's castle and fortress-like mosques... more » A large island, approximately 20 by 20 kilometers, Djerba lies just off the northeastern coast of Africa, in southeastern Tunisia, near the Libyan border. Set on the Gulf of Gabes, the island is known for an eclectic population of residents and tourists, splendid beaches and picturesque villages that feature distinctive, square, whitewashed houses. Houmt Souq is the one large town, with bustling markets and lively outdoor cafes. Djerba, which offers a pirate's castle and fortress-like mosques, is believed to have been the inspiration for Homer's Odyssey. Accessible from the south of Tunisia, a road originally built by the Romans connects the island to the mainland. « less

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2 of 5 stars
Pullman, WA
30 Oct 2009

Djerba is pretty resorty, and the only decent beaches are in the Tourist Zones, which are full of Europeans and their fancy hotels. I recommend heading to Zarzis or Gabes and finding something around...more

Radisson SAS Resort & Thalasso Djerba

5 of 5 stars
Ampthill
29 Oct 2009

Amazing hotel. Rooms are spotless and our part of this big hotel had an indoor garden. Restaurants expensive but good, varied choice. Beach great. Couples only ,hurrah!! and Family sides to the...more

Sprinclub Golf & Spa

5 of 5 stars
Rome, Italy
7 Nov 2009

sono andato allo sprinclub djerba golf il 5 di ottobre. il villaggio è bellissimo, spazioso con vegetazione lussureggiante. ottimi i servizi, ottima e variegata la cucina, camere spaziose e pulite,...more

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