The Medina of Kairouan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the fourth holiest city in Islam. Founded in 670 CE as the first Islamic capital of North Africa. The ancient walls contain hundreds of mosques, shrines, madrasas, and traditional souks. Famous for carpet-making and makroud (traditional pastry).
Exploring the Medina is free. Some historical sites require tickets
Early morning or late afternoon to avoid midday heat. Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable weather for exploring.
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Makroud is the most famous - date-filled pastry fried and dipped in honey. Also try kaak warka and Kairouan-style baklava. The city is known as Tunisia's sweet capital.
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