Altiburo

Altiburo is an ancient archaeological site in El Kef Governorate with remains from settlements of different periods spread across several hillside terraces. The area contains building foundations, stone structures, and everyday objects from various eras.

The site began as a Numidian settlement and grew into a Roman city around the first century BCE. The remains show how this ancient community developed and changed over several centuries.

The inscriptions and artifacts here show how Numidian, Roman, and other North African peoples mixed their ways of living and beliefs together. You can still see this blend in the remains of houses, religious spaces, and everyday objects scattered across the site.

The site sits on a hillside and is best explored on foot, with sturdy shoes recommended since paths can be uneven. Visitors should bring water and sun protection, as there is little shade and the sun can be intense.

The grounds contain remains of public baths, residential quarters, and religious buildings that show how extensive the ancient settlement was. These different structures lie close together and give a sense of how densely organized life here was.

GPS coordinates: 35.87405,8.78549

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:24