Bardo National Museum, Archaeological museum in Le Bardo, Tunisia
The Bardo National Museum sits inside a former palace with high vaults, inner courtyards, and galleries across several floors. The halls contain display cases with objects from different periods, including mosaics, statues, and ceramics.
The palace was built in the 19th century for the Hafsid dynasty and later converted into a museum by French authorities. After independence in 1956, the institution received its current name.
The building itself shows Ottoman architectural elements with decorated ceiling frescoes and stucco work dating from the time of the Beys. Visitors can walk through rooms where the ruling family once lived and received guests.
The entrance stands on the main street and leads through a columned portal into a forecourt. Those who want to see the collection fully should plan several hours.
Some mosaic floors are so large they cover entire walls and show scenes from Roman mythology. The colors remain remarkably strong after centuries under water or in the ground.
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