Ksar Said Palace

Ksar Said Palace stands as a 19th-century beylical residence featuring Italian-influenced architecture with marble courtyards, ornate ceramic decorations, and painted ceilings that showcase the luxury of the Husainid dynasty.

Built in the 19th century and originally owned by Ismaïl Es-Sounni before becoming Sadok Bey's residence, the palace served as the signing location for the 1881 Treaty of Bardo that established French protectorate over Tunisia.

The palace houses remarkable collections of historical paintings depicting Tunisian political figures, European diplomatic scenes, and beylical artifacts including the prestigious Nichan Iftikhar medals that represent Tunisia's monarchical heritage.

Located at coordinates 36.8114, 10.1295 in Le Bardo district, the palace operates as a cultural venue with scheduled exhibitions and guided tours, requiring advance consultation for visiting arrangements and opening hours.

Transformed from hospital back to cultural space, the palace was renamed 'Ksar Said, Palace of Letters and Arts' in 2019, making it the only former beylical residence to serve medical purposes before returning to heritage functions.

Location: Le Bardo

GPS coordinates: 36.81140,10.12950

Latest update: July 25, 2025 19:03