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Tunisian Republic
The Tunisian Republic is located on the northernmost part of the African continent. It is bordered on the west by Algeria, on the north and east by the Mediterranean Sea, and on the southeast by Libya.
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What holidays and festivals celebrated in Tunisia?
One of the most important parts of the Tunisian culture is the numerous Festivals that take place across the country throughout the year. The lively nature of the people of Tunisia is reflected through their celebrations. From the smallest villages to the biggest cities of Tunisia, Festivals are celebrated all over. Tunisia Festivals include summer harvest, spring arrival, fishing season and many more. Tourists along with the natives participate and celebrate by dancing, eating and drinking.
The Sahara Desert Festival
Tunisia climax tour are located in Sahara desert that wide. In fact, this Arid sand plains can be enjoyed in ways that stimulate adrenalin. Such as explore this desert that has golden sand with a Jeep, like off road.
Visit to Sahara will be more fitting if it comes every December. In what is called "the International Sahara Festival." This festival has a history that is quite old. Festival held in the city of Douz, Tunisia, has been held since 1910.
Hence, the festival was held to 41-years ago in December, tourists around the world come directly to Douz city. Tourists who come not only from Africa, but also from the United States and Europe. Nevertheless, this festival is dominated by the tourist attraction of Saudi Arabia.
Unlike the previous, to the festival-41 is much more interesting because of a traditional dance performance, hunting, races, and camel racing. For the tourist, two of Saudi Arabia this event is very interesting because they have a hobby of hunting and camel racing.
The International FestivalThe international festival consists of music and dance. It takes place in July-August at the ancient sites of Carthage. Several renowned artists and symphonic orchestras perform at the festival. The international music festival takes place in July at the ancient colosseum of El-Jem. Moulid al NabiThe birthday of Mohammed is celebrated with feasts and parades during the month of June-July. Jazz FestivalThe very famous Tabarka Jazz Festival takes place in early July in the city of Tabarka. Dougga FestivalThe Dougga festival is a very special festival that takes place in Dougga city. During this festival some excellent classical dramas are performed. International Festival of CarthageA syncretic international arts festival,with lots of fusion between local, more traditional forms of music and dance and more mainstream, international styles. Particular examples include forms of Tunisian music mixed with jazz. Ballooning at Neftaoasis town of Nefta lies in amdist the spectacular landscapes of the Sahara amking for a dramatic contrast with the colorful balloons rising and floating above the dunes. Oasis FestivalA celebration of desert communities and the natural landscape, includes camel racing, storytelling, traditional dance and music performances and other folkloric events.Tunisia, (official name: Republic of Tunisia), was founded on the 20th March 1956, when the region gained independence from France.
Brief history of ownership over the region
The area that is today known as Tunisia was first inhabited by a group of people called Berbers in ancient times.
Around the 12th century BCE, Phoneticians migrated to the area and founded Carthage, a rival to the Roman Empire. The Romans destroyed Carthage and established a Roman state there in 149 BCE.
Then the country was conquered by Arabs in the first century of Islam. After that, in 1534, the Ottoman Empire conquered the region and held it for three hundred years. In 1881, France conquered Tunisia and made it a part of the French Empire as a French Protectorate.
On the 20th March 1956, Tunisia gained independence from France, officially becoming known as the Republic of Tunisia, the country it is today.
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What country occupied Tunisia?
Well, depends on exactly when you're talking. Assuming you mean during WW2, it was conquered by France in the 1880's. During WW2, France was conquered by Germany, and the southern part of France, as well as overseas colonies, were run by a new French government, which was friendly to Germany, set up in the city of Vichy (in southern France)- the so-called "Vichy France". When the Allies invaded Morocco in 1942 (there were already British troops in Egypt), German and Italian troops had to occupy French territory since French troops generally didn't try to stop the Allied advance. By summer of 1943, the Allies had defeated the Axis troops in North Africa and were able to invade Sicily, which led to the invasion and defeat of Italy.
he north African territory known as TANGIER (not Tangiers) is known to be a lesbian_friendly community and is so-described in the writings of Gunther (Inside Africa) thogh he does not use the word (lesbian) He notes a high tolerance for homosexuals in Arabic Lands, except among religious Moslems.
Tunisia is on the coast of North Africa, with Algeria to the west and Libya to the east.
What is the driving distance from Tunisia to anchorage Alaska?
It is impossible to drive from Anchorage, AK to Tunisia. Alaska is located in North America. Tunisia is located in Africa. The trip would entail crossing an ocean.
What is the distance between Tunis and Algiers?
The total distance, as the crow flies, from Tunis, Tunisia to Algiers, Algeria is 395 miles, or 636 kilometres.
What are some famous dances in Tunisia?
Tunisian dances are not split into categories like US dance by style of music or European categorization. Tunisian dances are simply without a name, you have the beat, just follow it and dance.
For some traditional rhythms, there are some conventional dances , the majority of them are still practiced only during weddings, and they consist of regular movements of a group of women and/or man.
the dances actually are some kind a play, a short story made by body and sword for men / body and silk clothes for women. the themes are always about honor, noble values.. however, they are little by little disappearing nowadays, due to the pace of modernity.
Apart from the traditional dance concept, as Tunisia is a part of the Arab world, Belly dance is so famous in here. Belly dance originates from Egypt, yet, it is so used in Tunisia.
A last thing is the type of music:
1. if the music played is Tunisian, (it is generally known as highly moving music with strong beats and rhythmic pattern) , they dance Tunisian free way.
2. if the music played is Oriental, they dance belly type.
Who is the governor of Tunisia?
Tunisia is a republic and it has a president. The current president is Moncef Marzouki.
What is happening in Tunisia now?
Toxic wastes are seriously effecting the society. Forests are eroding, crops are poisoned, women are unable to feed their children...
When did the country Tunisia become a nation?
Tunisia became a narion after it took independence from France on March, 20, 1956.
Was Sherif Ali Ben El Kharish a real person?
No. Technically he was not a real person, but rather a couple different Arab reformers rolled into one for the production of Lawrence of Arabia. yes Al-Shareif Ali is a real person and he has sons and they are ... Shuja,a , Fahad, Meteb,Mshhur, Muhammad,Saud , and 2 daughters Shaikhah and tellhuwah.... and many grandsons ...
Do you need a SIM card for your iPad in Tunisia?
If you have a 3G iPad, you will need a SIM card in every country. Wi-Fi only iPads don't have a sim card slot.
