Karaka fort, Military fort at La Goulette, Tunisia
The stone fortress covers 10,000 square meters at the southern entrance of La Goulette, featuring thick defensive walls facing the Mediterranean Sea.
Spanish forces constructed the fort in 1535 under Charles V, replacing an observation tower, before Ottoman forces captured and modified it in 1574.
The name Karaka originates from local Arabic, referring to prisoners who performed rowing labor due to the fort's proximity to the port.
The fort requires substantial restoration work, with current access limited due to safety concerns and ongoing structural reinforcement projects.
The structure served both as a military fortification and a specialized maritime prison where inmates were assigned to work on ships.
Location: La Goulette
Address: Fort de la Goulette (Karraka), La Goulette 2060, Tunisia 2060 La Goulette
Phone: +21671341077
GPS coordinates: 36.81446,10.30360
Latest update: March 18, 2025 18:55
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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