Djerba: 1 hour Horse riding on the beach.
ID: GYG1143107-1753372
Category:
Country: Tunisia
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Explore the medieval Borj El Kastil fort on a guided tour. Discover its history, admire its architecture, and enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding area.
Explore Borj El Kastil, a medieval fort located at the tip of Ras Kastil, a peninsula southeast of Djerba. Discover one of the few medieval forts that has been partially preserved, situated in a natural area classified as a local nature reserve.
Admire the fort’s square structure, measuring 40 meters on each side, with ramparts 12 meters high and 1.30 meters thick. Learn about its construction around 1289 by the Aragonese conquistador Roger de Lauria, near the ancient city of Meninx. Hear about how it was initially called "Castello" before taking the name Borj El Kastil.
Highlights
- Step back in time as you explore the medieval Borj El Kastil fort
- Discover the history of the fort, built in 1289 by Roger de Lauria
- Admire the fort’s impressive architecture, with 12-meter-high ramparts
- Learn about the fort’s strategic location near the ancient city of Meninx
- Enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding area, a local nature reserve
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Transfert depuis/vers votre hébergement.
- Guide professionnel.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
