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With a history stretching back nearly three millennia, Carthage was once the heart of a powerful Mediterranean empire before being leveled by the Romans in the Third Punic War in 146 BC. It sprang from the ashes to become an important early Christian center before again being destroyed by Islamic invaders in the late 7th century. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Carthage is a short train ride from Tunis and has several interesting attractions, like the Punic port and the Carthage Museum.
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1. Baths of Antoninus
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4.5 based on 521 reviews
Reviewed By CarmenB400 - Bucharest, Romania
Truly impressive Roman baths, which can give a glimpse on the size and power of the Roman empire. Not to mention that the hot water was transported there through 139 km of pipes and viaducts from the city of Zaghouan. The site is very big and worth spending some time and the views are fabulous.
2. North Africa American Cemetery and Memorial
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4.5 based on 65 reviews
Open Hours: Monday-Friday 09:00-16:00. Closed on Weekends The 27-acre North Africa American Cemetery and Memorial in Tunisia is the finally resting place for 2,841 of America's military fallen, their headstones set in straight lines subdivided into nine rectangular plots by wide paths, with decorative pools at their intersections. Along the southeast edge of the burial area, bordering the tree-lined terrace leading to the memorial is the Wall of the Missing which contain 3,724 names. Most honored here lost their lives in World War II in military activities ranging from North Africa to the Persian Gulf. The chapel and the memorial court, which contain large maps in mosaic and ceramic depicting the operations and supply activities of American forces across Africa to the Persian Gulf, were designed to harmonize with local architecture. The chapel interior is decorated with polished marble, flags and sculpture.
Reviewed By wrappen
The reason for my trip to Tunisia is that my grandfather is buried in the cemetery, and I've always wanted to visit. The second in my family to do so since he was interred at the end of the war (my grandmother, being the first, in 1966), I wasn't sure what to expect. The Superintendent, Ryan, and his associate, Atef, were amazing. A tour of the cemetery, with notes and backup stories, an explanation of what US servicemen and women were doing in the region, obvious care and interest in their job and in giving due respect and honor to the dead - all greatly appreciated, making me feel that my grandfather has and will continue to be appreciated for his service, long after we, his descendants, pass on. It's a worthy tribute in these rather troubled times, to see that those who were brave, honorable people doing what they believed right, are treated in dignity and peace. Thank you, Ryan, Thank you Atef, for a day I will remember a long time.
3. Tophet de Carthage
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4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By samuelmA5015EW - Ecouen, France
Charming and well preserved site to discover Punic burial customs and history. Guides are available and fine.
4. Carthage Museuma
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4.0 based on 242 reviews
This museum presents artifacts from two thousand years ago, when Carthage competed with Rome for military and cultural dominance. The Romans burned and pillaged the Phoenician city in 146 BC.
Reviewed By 11douglast - Los Altos, United States
Our guide was indifferent, but if we had not gone here we would never have understood Carthage. The museum is at the top of the hill that was Carthage and the successor Roman city. The museum is pretty small, but all marked and has maps and items that bring home Carthage in ways the ruins cannot as Carthage was mostly erased.
5. Site Archeologique de Carthage
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4.0 based on 902 reviews
An enormous amphitheater and a cave are among the attractions at these famous ruins. Admission to the ruins includes the excellent Carthage Museum.
Reviewed By wendysZ6122XL
I wrote a review under Carthage tours. This is worth seeing. You can hire a guide or walk yourself. There are some information signs. It's an amazing experience. This museum entry can be bought at the gate and includes multiple different sights. We purchased a taxi for a few hours and went to the sites we wanted to see. Only $12 TND.
6. The Roman Theatre of Carthage
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4.0 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
This seems to be the most intact of the sites of Carthage. We enjoyed being the only visitors clambering around the amphitheatre.
7. Villas Romaines
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4.0 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By 63bobr - Belgrade, Serbia
This site is part of the ticket for 5 sites. I wanted to visit the museum but it was closed for renovation. This is one of the 3 sites I visited with the ticket and it was the best of the 3! Mosaics in the villas and in the tunnel were very very beautiful! Really a wonderful place to spend a lovely afternoon. If you get the ticket, do not miss this place!
8. Saint Louis Cathedral
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4.0 based on 141 reviews
