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The Magic Of Djerba Island
Located in South-East of Tunisia, the island of Djerba offers some of the most spectacular landscapes you can find on the planet. This magnificent island in North Africa is known for its sublime beaches, romantic sunsets, scenic views, and historical sites and ruins. The confluence of culture and tradition infused in the way of life in this charming island is truly remarkable. Djerba attracts people from different parts of the globe all year long. The nostalgia, and elegance, this place exudes is incomparable. The beautiful curvy narrow roads encompassed with shady trees and eateries are a beautiful sight. The majestic fortress-like mosques surrounded by swaying palms soothes the mind.
Djerba offers a wide variety of luxury hotels that you can choose from. You can succumb to the palatial comfort of ultra modern luxury hotels or opt for the splendor of hotels designed in accordance with tradition and culture. Tourists can also opt for beautifully furnished beach hotels with private patios and large balconies. What's remarkable about the staff at hotels in Djerba is their zeal and enthusiasm. The warmth that emanates from their infectious smiles is an endearing sentiment that you won't experience in many destinations. The islands capital, Houmt Souk, is popular among tourists. People love to visit the museum, and the colorful open markets that adorn this area. Tourists love to buy traditional jewelry, clothing and antiques and artifacts made of porcelain, glass and clay.
Apart form the historic sites and ruins; visitors love to flock at the Er Riadh village to witness the magnificence of the La Ghriba synagogue. The village of Guellala is popular for ancient pottery methods that had been used by the Romans. Ras Rmel which is popularly known as 'Pirates Island' is renowned for virgin landscapes and in preferred by couples looking to seek solitude amidst nature. Tourists can avail of taxis to visit different places in Djerba. Although taxis charge a low price, visitors prefer to hire bicycles to explore this beautiful island. There are a number of restaurants in this island that offer a variety of traditional dishes. You just can't resist the fish menu on offer; a variety of fish prepared in local herbs and spices have a tantalizing flavor.
Although there are many places that are home to a picturesque sunset, I must confess there's none like Djerba. The skyline looks exquisite as the sun goes down. The magnificence of the sun along with the clouds in their hue of colors leaves you speechless as you gape in awe and admiration. Tourists love watching the local fishermen caste their nets for a catch. Djerba offers a variety of water sports and activities that are a rage among tourists. Relaxing on a beach patio with a plethora of fresh fruit juices and local date/fig alcohol called 'bokha' is a common sight. Local concoctions of tea and coffee with a variety of herbs are extremely popular with tourists. Djerba is a place you must visit, you'll fall in love with its purity and may decide to shift abode.