What are 3 interesting facts about Tunisia?

Tunisia has a rich history: Tunisia has a mosaic of eras, it was led by Amazigh, Phoenicians, and Roman powers. Tunisia was called Ifriqiyyah back in time. Tunisia achieved independence from France on 20 March 1956 to become a free and independent country.



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Interesting Facts:
  • A part of the Sahara Desert is in Tunisia. ...
  • Cape Angela isn't just the northernmost part of Tunisia but of all of Africa.
  • The country has 17 national parks. ...
  • Additionally, there was once a lake here that stretched from Ichkeul to North Africa and now the last of it remains in Ichkeul alone!


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Interesting Facts:
  • A part of the Sahara Desert is in Tunisia. ...
  • Cape Angela isn't just the northernmost part of Tunisia but of all of Africa.
  • The country has 17 national parks. ...
  • Additionally, there was once a lake here that stretched from Ichkeul to North Africa and now the last of it remains in Ichkeul alone!


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The wildlife of Tunisia is composed of its flora and fauna. It has 84 species of mammals and 375 species of birds. Tunisia is well documented for its addax and dama gazelle population.

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Tunisia has served as the sand-covered backdrop to scenes in several Star Wars films. Shubie Gorge, Chott el Jerid, Matmata, Djerba, and other areas in the North African country are the real-world stand-ins for the planet Tatooine where we were first introduced to Luke Skywalker in A New Hope.

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Tunisia has never been able to advance past the group stage on any of these occasions; they have played eighteen games, winning three, with five draws and ten defeats. The selection played its first qualifying match for a World Cup on 30 October 1960 against Morocco at the Stade d'Honneur, Casablanca.

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In 1999 the crescent moon at the centre of the flag was changed slightly to have the tips surround the five-pointed red star more. The red symbolises the blood shed to protect Tunisia during the conflict between Tunisia and Turkey in 1574. The crescent and star represents the unity of all Muslims.

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Although being a Muslim country, alcohol is available and there is an old winemaking tradition in Tunisia. Both red and white wines are produced locally. The locally brewed beer is Celtia.

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The people of Tunisia are warm, friendly and welcoming to visitors. They're interested in knowing what brought you to Tunisia, what you think about their home, and if you've tried their favorite dish.

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The FCDO says: “Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Tunisia and there have been a number of attacks in recent years.

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