Hammamet, Tunisia, July 2008
July is not a good time to go to Hammamet unless you plan to stay on the beach or by the pool. The temperature in the shade was 40°C (313°F)...
|
The sea was warmer than the pool, that is to say. The visit to the Bardo museum was a real test with an even hotter temperature in Tunis.
Leaving from Hammamet, go to Tunis to discover the souk (you have to haggle, it's the tradition) and take a walk in the Bardo National Museum, it's worth the detour. I took a few photos, some of which I deliberately forced the contrast to bring out the patterns and colors. The frescoes are really beautiful and some are not as reconstructed as you will discover, some are huge.
During your trip, have a drink at Café des Délices (Café de Sidi Chaabane) in Sidi-Bou-Said.
There is a lot to discover, but what is most striking is the contrast between the cities and the exteriors. We must not forget that Hammamet is the Tunisian Riviera. Luxury versus simple living. You will also see many houses that seem unfinished and yet inhabited. Simply because homeowners only pay taxes if their house is finished, that explains it.
Lucky, during this trip, a boat race was organized. Seeing this kind of racing on TV doesn't really make you aware of how fast these "boats" are on the water.
|
|
Sorry if the links are outdated or not accessible
|
|
|
|
|





























