Borj El Kebir, Ottoman fort in Houmt Souk, Tunisia
The rectangular fortress features corner bastions, vaulted passageways, and thick defensive walls constructed with local stone building techniques.
Built at the end of the 16th century on a former Fatimid palace site, the fort served as a crucial defensive structure during maritime conflicts.
The southeast corner contains an integrated oratory that predates the fort, demonstrating the fusion of military and religious functions in Tunisian architecture.
The fort operates daily from 9:00 to 19:00 during summer months, with entrance fees of 7 TND and additional charges for photography permits.
From the fort's terraced walkway, visitors can observe both the Cap Mahdia promontory and remains of an ancient port basin from the Punic period.
Location: Houmt Souk
Architectural style: Moorish architecture
GPS coordinates: 33.88389,10.86028
Latest update: March 8, 2025 09:10
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