Djerba: Visit Borj El Kebir
ID: GYG1351082-2062080
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Country: Tunisia
Country: Tunisia
Duration: 02:00 hours
Description
Discover the history of Borj El Kebir with this entry ticket. Explore the fortress, see the remains of ancient garrisons, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding area.
Visit Borj El Kebir, one of the most prominent examples of defensive architecture on the island of Djerba. Discover its rectangular shape and round and square towers, and learn about its history.
Enter through the gate, which features a drawbridge over a moat isolating the structure. Walk through a vestibule that opens onto the inner courtyard. See the remains of garrisons that have occupied this site since antiquity.
Explore a room converted into an antiquarium with explanatory panels, displaying historical objects found during the 1975 excavations.
Climb the ramparts for panoramic views of the surrounding area and the open sea. See the port and a nine-meter-high obelisk to the west, which marks the location of Borj-er-Rous.
Visit Borj El Kebir, one of the most prominent examples of defensive architecture on the island of Djerba. Discover its rectangular shape and round and square towers, and learn about its history.
Enter through the gate, which features a drawbridge over a moat isolating the structure. Walk through a vestibule that opens onto the inner courtyard. See the remains of garrisons that have occupied this site since antiquity.
Explore a room converted into an antiquarium with explanatory panels, displaying historical objects found during the 1975 excavations.
Climb the ramparts for panoramic views of the surrounding area and the open sea. See the port and a nine-meter-high obelisk to the west, which marks the location of Borj-er-Rous.
Highlights
- Step back in time as you explore the historic Borj El Kebir fortress
- Discover the remains of ancient garrisons in the inner courtyard
- Admire panoramic views of the surrounding area and the open sea
- See historical objects found during the 1975 excavations
- Learn about the fort's history from explanatory panels in the antiquarium
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The site includes historical remains and objects from antiquity
The ramparts offer views of the surrounding area and the sea
The entrance features a drawbridge over a moat
The ramparts offer views of the surrounding area and the sea
The entrance features a drawbridge over a moat
INCLUDED
- Entrance to Borj El Kebir
- Access to the inner courtyard
- Access to the antiquarium
- Panoramic views from the ramparts
NOT INCLUDED
- Guided tour
- Transportation to the site
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.