Dar Al Jaziri, Palace in Medina of Tunis, Tunisia
Description
Dar Al Jaziri is a palace in Tunis's medina featuring traditional Tunisian design with elaborate tilework and carved wooden details on walls and facades. The rooms surround a central courtyard with arches that organize the interior spaces.
History
The palace was built as a residence for the Jaziri family, a prominent dynasty between the 12th and 18th centuries. The building gained national importance in 1937 when it hosted the second congress of the Neo-Destour political party.
Culture
The building now serves as a House of Poetry where writers and artists gather to share their work with visitors. It remains an active center for literary expression within the old medina.
Practical
The palace is located in the heart of the medina and accessible via Tribunal Street, where entrances are clearly marked. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes as the interior courtyards and staircases follow traditional architectural layouts.
Did you know?
Directly connected to the building is the Tourbet Al Jaziri mausoleum, which holds burial chambers of multiple Jaziri family generations. This connection reveals how family lineage and residence were physically intertwined in the medina's traditional design.
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