2025 Kairouan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Kairouan, also spelled Kairawan, is one of the most historically significant cities in Tunisia and the Islamic world. Founded in the year 670 AD by the Arab general Uqba ibn Nafi, it became the first Islamic city in North Africa and played a vital role in the spread of Islam across the Maghreb. Kairouan is renowned for its impressive religious architecture, especially the Great Mosque of Kairouan, one of the oldest and most important mosques in the Muslim world. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage site and remains a spiritual center, often considered the fourth holiest city in Islam. With its winding streets, traditional markets, and centuries-old heritage, Kairouan stands as a testament to North Africa’s rich Islamic history and cultural legacy. #aprilblooms #historicallandmarks #familytrip #localguides #Kairawan

#getgoing2025 I visited the House of the Governor in Kairouan on a quiet weekday morning, and it was a truly fascinating experience. A local guide kindly showed me around, offering unique insights into the building’s history and significance. The interior of the house was absolutely stunning, with beautiful, intricate decorations everywhere you looked. From the colorful tiles to the detailed woodwork, every corner of the building felt like a piece of art. It was a peaceful spot to immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Tunisia, and the historical atmosphere was really captivating. **Why I recommend the House of the Governor:** 1. Amazing interior with beautiful, traditional decorations. 2. A knowledgeable local guide enhances the experience with rich historical context. 📍Address: Kairouan, Tunisia ⋆ ・⋆ ・⋆ ・⋆ ・⋆ #trip #travel #traveling #Kairouan #Tunisia

#summerdestinations Explore the architectural wonders of Kairouan, Tunisia! From the grand Great Mosque with its stunning minarets to the intricate details of its ancient medina, Kairouan is a treasure trove of Islamic architecture. Wander through its historic courtyards, marvel at the ornate tilework, and soak in the rich cultural heritage that defines this UNESCO World Heritage site. A journey through Kairouan is a step back in time to the elegance and grandeur of the Islamic golden age. #Kairouan #IslamicArchitecture #HistoricSites #CulturalHeritage #TravelTunisia

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The car went to Kairouan, and the scenery on the road changed quietly. The more open, the more desolate. There is a beautiful cactus forest on the roadside, and a group of sheepskins. The shepherd invited me to shepherd sheep, which is especially fun. The group was squeezed in a pile for a while, and then dispersed again. When crossing the road, it is like a big cotton ball, very cute! Kairouan is an ancient city and a holy city. The mosque is different and very beautiful. The Medina here is perfect for taking pictures. There are not many people on the street during the day, and we are all contracted by us! Next, where is it?

In Kairouan, there are more than a hundred Islamic sacred tombs, but the most famous is a saint named Sidi Sahbe. This mausoleum is known as the Sidi Sahbe Mausoleum. Sidi Sahbe is an Islamic saint. He is said to be a close friend of the Prophet Muhammad. After returning to Tunisia from the holy land of Mecca in the 7th century, he not only brought back a large number of The verses, as well as the three precious beards of the very precious prophet. After the death of the saint, the locals built this chic Sidi Shaha tomb for him, which is also known as the Three Beard Mosques.

In the city of Kairouan, the mosque is dotted, so Kailuan has the reputation of the city of three hundred mosques, but the most famous is the Okaba Mosque, also known as the Great Mosque. It is not only the oldest and largest mosque in North Africa, but also one of the four largest mosques in the world, along with Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem. Standing a dozen kilometers away, you can see the towering minaret of the Grand Mosque, which has become a special symbol of Kairouan. Kailuwan is an ancient city, a historical and cultural city, and also a holy city. It is a city full of magical dreams. Tunis Muslims believe that going to Kairouan for 7 times is equivalent to going to Mecca for 1 time.

In the Great Mosque of Kairouan, I met a little girl with a special lens and was smothered.

The restaurant is called "Dar Abderrahman Zarrouk Kairouan" and is the number one restaurant in Kairouan, Tunisia. Old house remodeled restaurant, the table row shop reminds me of the "Last Supper", the bed suddenly visible in the restaurant, listen to the boss, this is the bedroom of this house lady, transformed restaurant ~ The soup of the appetizer is really delicious, and all the friends in the same trade are very fond of the hot soup! Tunisia spring rolls and domestic spring rolls taste similar. The staple food is Tunisia's classic lamb with rice~

In the city of Kairouan, the mosque is dotted, so Kailuan has the reputation of the city of three hundred mosques, but the most famous is the Okaba Mosque, also known as the Great Mosque. It is not only the oldest and largest mosque in North Africa, but also one of the four largest mosques in the world, along with Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem. Standing a dozen kilometers away, you can see the towering minaret of the Grand Mosque, which has become a special symbol of Kairouan. and what impressed me more than Kairouan itself was a group of innocent children in the mosque.

The most famous buildings in Kairouan, Tunisia are the Kailuan Grand Mosque, the Three Gates Mosque and the Agrabid Reservoir. We first came to the Agrabid Reservoir. The so-called world is full of pits, a pit and a scene haha. In fact, the accessibility of the reservoir is not great, and the photo taken at the station is finished, but an old grandfather on the restaurant platform has attracted our attention. The enthusiastic grandfather wore a big robe of celebrity style, and in that warm laughter, it instantly became our partner. Before the photo was taken, he gave me the same red beret as a prop. Locals & Flags - One of my two photo-taking elements is on a photo~

Muslims say that going to the Kairouan Grand Mosque for 7 times is equivalent to going to Mecca for 1 time... In the first largest mosque in North Africa, do a day of Muslim mushroom cold around the headscarf~