Discover the exoticism of North Africa – Monastir with departure from Poprad

Monastir is a charming seaside town that combines Arabic elegance, Mediterranean beaches and fascinating history. Located just a few kilometres from Habib Bourguiba Airport, it is the ideal gateway to the heart of Tunisia.

1. Ribat – a fortress like in the movies

Monastir’s most famous landmark is the Ribat, a medieval Islamic fortress from the 8th century that served as both a defensive and religious site. Thanks to its authenticity, world-famous films such as Jesus of Nazareth and Monty Python: The Life of Brian have been filmed here.

2. Mausoleum of Habib Bourguiba

Monastir is the birthplace of Tunisia’s first president, Habib Bourguiba. His modern mausoleum with its gilded dome, minarets and beautiful gardens is a symbol of Tunisia’s independence and pride.

3. Beautiful beaches

Monastir’s coastline offers white sandy beaches with clear water, palm groves and ideal conditions for swimming and water sports. The Skanes area is known for its excellent hotels right by the sea.

4. Traditional medinas and souks

In the town centre you will find a traditional souk (market) with spices, carpets, leather goods and ceramic souvenirs. Don’t forget to enjoy freshly prepared mint tea or sweet baklava pastries.

5. Marina Monastir

The modern Monastir Marina is where luxury, tranquillity and the Tunisian lifestyle meet. There are many restaurants overlooking the sea where you can have fresh fish, tajine or couscous.

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Extra trivia:

• Golf Flamingo – a popular golf course just a few minutes from the centre.

• Musée des Arts Islamiques – a museum of Islamic art right in the ribat.

• Habib Bourguiba International Airport – compact and convenient, just 10 minutes from the centre of Monastir.

• Oasis Railway – railway line connecting Monastir with Sousse and Mahdia along the coast.

• Climatic advantages – Monastir has over 300 days of sunshine a year, ideal for both summer and autumn holidays.

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Who is Monastir ideal for?

• Families: beaches with gently shelving beaches, animation programmes, water parks.

• Seniors: a safe city with culture, comfortable hotels and excursions.

• History lovers: old monuments, Islamic art, museums.

• Romantic couples: sunsets on the beach, dinners by the sea.

• Photographers and travellers: unique light, colourful architecture and authentic atmosphere.

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Tips for trips from Monastir:

• Sousse – historical town with fortress, medina and modern promenade (30 min).

• Mahdia – fishing town with white houses and turquoise sea (one hour by train).

• El Jem – Roman amphitheatre, one of the best preserved in the world.

• Kairouan – the holy city of Islam with hundreds of minarets and world-famous carpets.

• Sahara Tour – jeep tours, camel rides, salt lakes and Berber settlements.