Hotel used in the films

Matmata: Not just for Luke Skywalker and Princess Leah

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May 27th 2011
In the southern part of Tunisia, the architecture and landscape is famous due to the many fans of the Star Wars movies. Dad and I feel kind of foolish neither of us have seen any of the Star Wars movies, but now we have seen where they are filmed! (Don't worry, we plan to watch the movies soon!) We traveled in southern Tunisia after leaving Douz and heading toward Djerba. Almost immediately ... read more

Africa » Tunisia » Matmata

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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