Tunis Medinas: A 1300-Year-Old Time Capsule 🕌🏰

Nestled in Tunisia’s capital 🇹🇳, the Tunis Medinas are labyrinthine marvels where history breathes through every stone. Built in the 7th century, these UNESCO-listed gems (1973) blend Islamic architecture, bustling markets, and centuries-old traditions.🍵 🛍️ Medina Magic: What to Explore Handicraft Heaven 🎨🔨 Wander lanes lined with: 🧶 Handwoven Tapestries: Vibrant patterns depicting Berber legends. 🪔 Silver Jewelry: Filigree earrings and bracelets (90% sold to tourists!). 🍶 Pottery: Cobalt-blue dishes inspired by Mediterranean waves. Café Culture ☕🍫 Sip like a local: 🍫 Hot Chocolate: Thick, velvety, and worth every dirham (3 Dinar). Mint Tea: Sweet, refreshing, and served with pine nuts. 🍹 Pomegranate Juice: Tart and ruby-red—perfect for sunset. Architectural Wonders 🏛️🕯️ Don’t miss: Al-Zaytuna Mosque: One of Africa’s oldest, with a 43m minaret. Dar Ben Abdallah Museum: A restored 18th-century mansion showcasing Tunisian life. 💡 Local’s Guide to Medina Etiquette 💵 Bargaining: Start at 50% of the asked price—it’s expected! 🚶♀️ Navigation: Follow the “main drag” (Rue du Palais) to avoid getting lost. 🎁 Tipping: Unlike Morocco, Tunisia has no small-tip culture. A smile suffices! 😄 🌹 Farewell to Tunisia, Hello to Morocco! After three days of cinnamon-scented alleys and laughter-filled cafés, Tunis Medina stole my heart. Yet, the call of Morocco’s Atlas Mountains and Sahara whispers—next stop, adventure! 🚀✨ #Tunisia #Medina #UNESCO #TravelTales