Matmâta Welcome Sign — Attraction in Gabès

The welcome sign of Matmata is more than just a road marker – it’s the symbolic entrance to a whole new world. Surrounded by desert hills and often a few camels resting nearby, it sets the tone for an extraordinary cultural experience. From this point on, you’re entering the land of troglodyte houses and Berber heritage. It’s the perfect photo stop, offering scenic views and that first hint of the unique charm that makes Matmata so special. Don’t just drive past – take a moment to soak in the landscape and the...

A great experience we went during December we practically had the place to ourselves, the desert seems to go on forever a bit chilly that time of year. Loved the Star Wars locations, driving back in the evening sun through the mountains was breathtaking, as the sun turned the mountains into...

Le piccole finestre scavate nella collina tra una serie abitazioni dall’architettura troglodita sembrano tanti sorrisi alle porte del Deserto del Sahara. Sabbia rossastra crea minuscoli mulinelli nell’aria, mentre un nuovo gruppo di turisti fa il suo ingresso in questo villaggio di origine berbera della Tunisia e si prepara a visitare una delle curiose case di Matmata. All’interno le donne mostrano come si può vivere sereni in una cittadina lavorata nella roccia tra le dimore dai cortili a cielo aperto, facendo attenzione ai tanti pericoli, soprattutto notturni, che questo ambiente può riservare. Animali o insetti, in primo piano e,...