Zaouia of Sidi Brahim Riahi

Mausolée Sidi Brahim Riahi is a religious monument in the Medina of Tunis arranged around a central courtyard that connects visitor rooms and an oratory topped by a decorated dome that houses sacred tombs. The complex combines spaces for prayer and reflection with areas designed for the faithful who come here.

The monument was ordered built during the 19th century by Ahmed I Bey to house the Sufi brotherhood under Sidi Brahim Riahi's leadership. Later, Sadok Bey brought Moroccan craftsmen in 1878 to embellish it with fine stucco work and architectural details.

The site draws visitors who come to pray and seek blessings, showing how meaningful this place remains for many people today. Worshippers visit the tombs with deep respect, and this daily practice gives the mausoleum its spiritual significance.

The location can be found at Rue Sidi Brahim in the Medina near Dar Lasram and the El Hafsia district. It is best to visit with proper respect for religious practices, as this remains an active place of prayer and worship.

The interior stucco work shows a rare blend of Tunisian and Moroccan craftsmanship techniques that few other buildings in the city display. This fusion of regional styles makes the mausoleum a distinctive example of artistic exchange during the 19th century.

GPS coordinates: 36.80268,10.16801

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:26