Antonine Baths

First trip to Africa!

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May 28th 2006
*Sidi Bou Said is a very attractive little coastal town, this is somewhat aided by what seems to be a strictly-enforced colour scheme: everything was blue and white. The steep path down to the harbour is just behind me in this picture. *This rather attractive tiling can be found at the Bardo Museum on the outskirts of Tunis, along with a large collection of mosaics that have been ri ... read more

Africa » Tunisia » Tunis

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Following independence from France in 1956, President Habib BOURGUIBA established a strict one-party state. He dominated the country for 31 years, repressing Islamic fundamentalism and establishing rights for women unmatched by any other Arab nation.... ... read more