Holidays in Monastir

An introduction to Monastir

Holiday in Monastir and you can delve into Tunisia's past and present, with frequent breaks on the lovely beach. For here in this vibrant town you'll find an ancient fortress and a modern mausoleum. Atmospheric pockets of the old town medina and gleaming yachts in the modern marina. This is a city where old and new blend together cheerfully, with modern concerts in ancient surroundings and an 8th century lookout tower keeping watch over 21st century holidaymakers on the beach.

First stop might be the Ribat – a huge, mediaeval fortress which towers above the beach. Lovingly restored, it makes an atmospheric place to explore – see if you can spot any backdrops used in 'The Life of Brian'. Next, ring the changes to admire the domes and minarets of the Bourguiba Mausoleum. Only started in 1963, it's the burial place of Tunisia's popular first president, and popular he must have been to merit such a shrine.

The picturesque beach has to be high on your list of memories of your summer holiday in Monastir. Wherever you laze on the swathes of sand, you'll have the islet in sight and the fortress and palm shaded promenade behind you. If you've snaffled a last minute bargain to Monastir, then haggle away your savings in the streets of the old medina, where multi-coloured carpets, chunky silver bracelets and traditional leather slippers all tempt you to part with your holiday money.

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Monastir reviews - what customers thought

Thomson Web Reviews

Based on 2 reviews

Written on 01/05/2006, Graham Sanders said...

I stayed at Thomson Platinum (Thalassa) earlier this year and reckon we will travel back there again some time in the near future. The hotel was excellent and was also pleased with the resort. Monsatir and Skanes sort of run into each other and offer... more on this review

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