Djerba: Sidi Yeti Mosque Guided Tour
ID: GYG1143141-1753405
Category:
Country: Tunisia
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore the Sidi Yeti Mosque on a guided tour. Learn about its history, architecture, and role in the defensive system of the time.
Visit the Sidi Yeti Mosque, a historical gem overlooking the southwest coast of Djerba. Built in the 10th century, this small coastal mosque was constructed in memory of Khalaf Ibn Ahmad, also known as Sheikh Yati El Mistawi.
Learn how this mosque served as a watchtower, responsible for monitoring the coastline, in addition to its function as a place of worship. Discover how it played an important role in the defensive system of the time.
Explore the mosque’s architectural units, including a prayer hall, a courtyard with a portico, a burial chamber containing the tomb of the saint, and other annexes.
Highlights
- Discover the history of the Sidi Yeti Mosque on a guided tour
- Explore the mosque's architectural units, including a prayer hall
- Learn about the mosque's role in the defensive system of the time
- Visit the burial chamber containing the tomb of the saint
- Admire the mosque's location overlooking the southwest coast of Djerba
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The mosque is a historical monument and may have restrictions on certain activities.
The mosque was renovated around 1995 due to marine erosion.
The mosque served as a watchtower in the past.
INCLUDED
- Visit to Sidi Yeti Mosque
- View of the southwest coast of the island
- Historical and architectural insights
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.
