Bab El Bhar, Historic city gate in Medina district, Tunis, Tunisia.
The stone structure features a large central archway with intricate carvings and a crenellated parapet dividing the old Medina from modern Tunis.
Built as a maritime gateway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the city, Bab El Bhar has marked the boundary between traditional and contemporary Tunis since 1895.
The gate incorporates elements of North African and Mediterranean architectural styles, reflecting the multicultural influences that shaped Tunisia's urban development.
Visitors enter the Medina through this gate to access traditional markets, craft shops, and restaurants located within the winding streets of old Tunis.
The structure stands at seven meters above sea level and includes ancient inscriptions that detail its role as both 'Gate of the Sea' and 'French Gate'.
Location: Tunis
Part of: Medina of Tunis
Address: Q5XG+M76, Rue Mongi Slim, Tunis, Tunisia Tunis
GPS coordinates: 36.79917,10.17562
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
The medina of Tunis houses historical mosques, palaces, and traditional souks. The archaeological site of Carthage features remnants of Punic and Roman civilizations. Museums like the Bardo display archaeological collections. Modern neighborhoods include Avenue Habib Bourguiba with its colonial buildings. The village of Sidi Bou Saïd and the port of La Goulette complete the architectural heritage of the Tunisian capital.
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