Many tourists prefer to relax in Tunisia, because the flight is not very long in time and you do not need to draw up visa documents. Upon arrival in this city, a person expects an atmosphere of oriental exoticism, beautiful urban landscapes and warm sandy beaches. As a rule, travelers choosing Tunisia for their vacations often wonder when it is better to relax in Tunisia.
What time of the year is better to relax in Tunisia
In spring, or rather in April, the beach season opens. Gradually, the coast is filled with tourists arriving in Tunisia. It’s still too early to swim, but you can already sunbathe. In May, sea water warms up to +20 degrees and becomes comfortable for swimming. At the end of June, the beaches are dotted with a crowd of vacationers arriving from all over the world. Mostly Frenchmen prefer to spend their holidays in Tunisia, since here are the former possessions of the metropolis. In second and third place the British and Germans, and the fourth honorary - take the Russians.
The seasons peak in July and August. The real heat begins, and during the day tourists relax either in hotels or where it is cool. Couples with children are advised to choose the least hot season. Autumn, and especially November in Tunisia, is not in demand among regular visitors.
Monthly weather and water temperature in Tunisia
The temperature of the Mediterranean Sea in June reaches +25, and remains almost until the end of October. Nevertheless, it is better to relax in Tunisia when I studied the entire dynamics of warming or cooling. The following is a graph of the monthly weather and water temperature in Tunisia :
- Winter in Tunisia - the air temperature in December reaches +14. The coldest month is February, the thermometer does not rise above +7. It is also raining heavily at this time. Thanks to the warm sea currents, the water does not cool below +15. Almonds bloom in winter on the Mediterranean coast , and various herbs on the plains.
- In the spring, rapid warming begins. In March, the weather is almost summer (+20), water in the sea (+16). In April, the beach season begins in Tunisia. Spring is also very rainy. But this does not spoil the picture of travel, but rather, gives freshness and excellent mood.
- Summer is the “heyday” of the tourist season and the scorching sun. Thunderstorms happen less frequently. In June, the temperature is about +30, and in August reaches its climax and reaches +50. Saves tourists the evening summer breeze, where the temperature drops to +30. From August to September, the entire coast of the sea is covered by indigenous inhabitants - jellyfish. It is better to relax in Tunisia when such a surprise is absent, because walking along the coast will be very slippery and dangerous.
- In the fall, the heat declines. During the day, the thermometer again points to +30, and at night it gets a little cooler. Winter is approaching, rainy days and the water in the sea is slowly cooling. Tunisia November reaches +20. From September to the end of October, locals and tourists call this period the velvet season in Tunisia. This name was obtained not only due to the gentle air temperature during the day, but also the prices for many goods and services are kept at the same level, and do not increase.
Popular resorts in Tunisia
For youth, the most suitable place is Sousse. And lovers of dancing can visit various clubs: Vanilla Lounge, Bora Bora, Living Samara, Bonaparte and Maracana. In the latter, you can dance until dawn, but most local nightlife venues are open until 4am. Tourists can also learn a new direction in dancing - salsa, the lessons of which are taught at the Bananas Club.
If the traveler needs excitement or spectacular performances, then they must visit Palais Berbere (during the meal, visitors and locals are entertained by magicians, jugglers and acrobats) and Caraibe (casino, entry is strictly from 21 years old).
For couples with children it is better to relax in Tunisia when there is no too strong scorching sun. That is, in spring or autumn. All the beaches of the city boast fine sand and a gentle slope into the sea. Many hotels have swimming pools, animators, highchairs in restaurants, special children's menus and babysitting services.
Money
The monetary unit in Tunisia is the dinar. If the traveler needs to change foreign currency, then here is the central bank of the city. There you can easily convert money at the established rate.
Reception points are available: at airports, hotels and tourist centers. However, the exchange of local currency bills is prohibited. Almost all payment methods and cards are accepted.
Kitchen
Tunisian cuisine is closer to European standard than Arabian. The local favorite spicy seasoning - harissa - is made out on the table in a specially separate bowl with olive oil. Her taste is somewhat reminiscent of Caucasian adjika. Pieces of sliced loaf and pita bread are dipped into it.
From meat, residents prefer beef or lamb, but sometimes they serve camel. Famous and tasty “kebab” is prepared from minced meat. Surprisingly, despite the fact that fish and all seafood are expensive, they are favorites in various dishes, in comparison with meat. There is a traditional local dish - “couscous”. This is corn or semolina porridge, steamed with lamb, chicken or fish, with the addition of various vegetables.
Shops and souvenir shops
The work schedule is usual: from 08: 00-12: 00 hours and from 16: 00-20: 00. The goods in Tunisia are of good quality and are sold at more affordable prices than in Russia or Europe. There is a huge demand for world-famous brand clothes, woolen carpets, shoes, leather goods and jeans.
In local souvenir shops, tourists are offered a choice of all kinds of handicrafts, alcohol or tasty dishes: a crystalline formation in the shape of a rose, it is also called a “sand rose”, a popular liquor from dates, pottery and woven products, olive oil with spices and much more.
What sights you can see in Tunisia
Here is a large number of famous historical monuments that attract tourists from all over the world:
- Utica is the ruins of Roman residential settlements, an amphitheater, an aqueduct, and cisterns. It is also one of the main ones - the Phoenician colony, which was formed in 1101 BC.
- Carthage - founded in 814 BC and is the capital of the Carthaginian state. Here are the remains of Roman buildings - the Capitol, the amphitheater and the Byzantine churches.
- Dugga is the most interesting, antique and ancient city, which is located 120 km from the capital. Historical architecture is represented by the Punic mausoleum, a monument built in honor of the three Gods - Jupiter, Juno and Minevra; the temple of the goddess Juno herself; Roman bath; and the Arc de Triomphe.
- Fidrus (now called El Jem) - the Coliseum building, as well as the monuments of the Muslim Middle Ages, are perfectly preserved in this city. Fidrus is halfway between Sousse and Sfax.
Interesting events and facts in Tunisia
- The professions teacher and doctor in the city are the most prestigious. The Ministry spent half of the budget on health and education on their development. Thanks to this, the problem of illiteracy was eliminated, and the most beautiful buildings in Tunisia are hospitals and schools.
- In the summer, the working day of the population begins at 7 in the morning and ends in 2 days. This is due to the fact that at this time the peak of unbearably scorching heat begins, especially in the afternoon.
- In the capital is the highest hotel in the country - "Africa". Its height is twenty-two floors.
- In the evening, Tunisian men spend leisure time in the city's coffee houses. Women at this time are engaged in household chores.
- The most expensive animal in Tunisia is a camel. Its cost varies from 1200 dollars or more. Interestingly, these animals do not consider people their masters, but only friends. They can easily go into the desert, but always return. Almost all camels in the city are single-humped.
- Locals have rather unusual traditions. For example, men are strictly forbidden to wear a beard without a mustache. And on the street you can meet elderly women who have the whole body in tattoos. Young girls paint their palms with henna.
- In Europe, the phrase “Kies-Kees” is called cats, but in Tunisia it is used to ward off an animal. If you turn to a man in this way, you can greatly offend him.
- When the jellyfish stings the inhabitants, they rub the sore spot with sand and apply a slice of tomato.