Hightlight
- Historical Site
The ruins of Carthage sit on a sun-drenched peninsula overlooking the sparkling blue Mediterranean, holding the layers of a civilization that once challenged Rome for dominance. Walking through the site, you can explore the massive Antonine Baths, the largest Roman bath complex outside of Rome, which still hints at the luxury of the ancient world. From the heights of Byrsa Hill, you can look out over the ancient Punic ports and imagine the mighty Carthaginian fleet that once sailed from these shores. The site is a sprawling mosaic of history, where Roman columns stand alongside Punic tombs and early Christian basilicas. It is a place of epic scale and quiet beauty, where the sea breeze carries the echoes of legendary figures like Hannibal and Queen Dido.
- Where it is: On a peninsula in the suburbs of Tunis.
- What you can expect to see: Antonine Baths, Roman Amphitheatre, and Byrsa Hill.
- How much it is to get in: ~12 TND (approx. $4 USD).
- What people say: History lovers describe it as ‘epic,’ recommending the baths as a highlight of Roman engineering.
- Interesting fact: Carthage was the home of Hannibal, who famously crossed the Alps with elephants.
