Hammamet, Tunisia Attractions

Hammamet Beach is a beautiful golden sand beach that was once part of a fishing village. Located 40 miles outside Tunis, Hammamet Beach is a lovely spot for shopping, lazing in the sun and taking a camel ride on the beach. Local highlights include the 1920s villa of George Sebastien, which is a modern-day open-air theatre and cultural centre and the Roman site of Pupput. To learn more, visit www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/bestbeaches/2981969/Best-beaches-Hammamet-Tunisia.html.

Friguia Animal Park was established to help to save endangered species in Tunisia. Home to dozens of animal species including tigers, cheetahs and lions, the Friguia Animal Park has created a natural preserve for wildlife that recreates their habitat, which shows animals in much the same way as they would be seen in the wild. The park also features restaurants and snack bars for refreshments, as well as souvenir shops. To learn more, visit www.nomarmiteintunisia.co.uk/friguiaanimalpark.htm.

Walking along the walls of Hammamet's 15th century Medina offers spectacular views of the shores surrounding the old city of Hammamet. Watching the sun set in the late afternoon is a magical time to view historic buildings of the Medina and the blue waters of its shores. To learn more about one of the most popular things to do in Hammamet, Tunisia , visit looklex.com/tunisia/hammamet04.htm.

The Kasbah of Hammamet dates to the 12th century and is one of the city's most important monuments. Having undergone extensive renovations, today the Kasbah of Hammamet is still an amazing place to see, especially from the exterior. Worth the trip for the spectacular Hammamet city views alone, nearby visitors may enjoy golf and a selection of delightful cafes. To learn more about one of Hammamet, Tunisia's most visited tourist attractions, go to looklex.com/tunisia/hammamet05.htm.

The Modern Town of Hammamet, Tunisia is a central destination for tourists with its wide sidewalks for pedestrians that stretch alongside bustling boulevards. Offering a bevy of cafes and stores, Hammamet's Modern Town starts at the gates to the Medina. To learn more about visiting Hammamet's Modern Town, go to looklex.com/tunisia/hammamet06.htm.

The International Cultural Centre in Hammamet, Tunisia is located in a building that the architect Frank Lloyd Wright described as "the most beautiful house" he had ever seen. Set amidst a lovely park, the International Cultural Centre building is a destination in itself and home to the Arab Music Festival. To learn more, visit www.trivago.co.uk/hammamet-215/theatre--opera/centre-culturel-international-d-hammamet-134904/rating-e301241.