Sousse

Sousse is an Arabic city located on the Mediterranean coast, 140 km southeast of the Tunisian capital.
The city of Sousse is called the Jewel of the Coast, because it extends 45 km into the eastern coast overlooking the Mediterranean, and it rises about 4 m above sea level. Sousse is characterized by a moderate Mediterranean climate, and this climate is suitable for agriculture.

The population of the city of Sousse

The population of the city of Sousse is 173,047 thousand people, according to the statistics of 2004 AD.

The people of Sousse speak Arabic, which is an official language in Tunisia

The official religion of the majority of its population is Islam.

Its residents work in grazing, livestock, agriculture, and fishing.

Information about the city of Sousse

The city of Sousse was founded in 1101 BC.
Sousse is 140 km from Tunis, 50 km from Kairouan, 20 km from Monastir, and 120 km from Sfax.
Sousse has been called throughout history by several names, including Hydromatom and Justina.
In the past, the city was an important center for the memorization of the Noble Qur’an, Islamic culture, and the teaching of the principles of jurisprudence and the Arabic language.
The official currency of the population is the Tunisian dinar.

Tourist Attractions in Sousse

The city of Sousse is a tourist attraction for the country, The city receives more than 1.5 million tourists annually. The most important tourist attractions are:

1- Ribat

Rabat, the oldest building in the city of Sousse; dates back to the end of the eighth century AD
Rabat, with its massive solid walls, was the town’s first line of defense against enemy attacks during the reign of the Aghlabids.
As you visit the complex, be sure to climb to the top of the observation tower for great views across the city of Sousse below.

2- Sousse Archaeological Museum

Created in 1951, the museum occupies part of the ancient Kasbah overlooking the city of Sousse.
This museum showcases an extraordinary collection of 2nd- and 3rd-century Roman mosaics, one of the best in the country.
Give yourself a good couple of hours for a visit, as there are some exceptional pieces here.

3- Sousse Great Mosque

The Great Mosque is one of the city’s most important landmarks; It is an old historical mosque that was built during the ninth century AD, by order of the Aghlabid Emir Abu Al-Abbas Muhammad
Sousse’s fortress-like Great Mosque was built in AD 851, a few years after the re-foundation of the town by the Aghlabids.
Its construction design was based on the model of the Sidi Oqba Mosque in Kairouan.
The mosque originally had two defensive towers, which guarded the harbor in earlier centuries. The domes of the minarets were later additions.

4- Kasbah

The Kasbah is a historical fortress dating back to the ninth century AD, divided into three parts, one for the sultan, another for the governor, and a third for administrative offices and soldiers.

The Kasbah’s topmost platform is 50 meters above that of the Ribat, making it one of the best places to visit to get medina views.