Embark on a journey to Carthage, established by the Phoenicians in 814 BC. The very first establishments of Punic Carthage are still visible at Byrsa Hill, situated beneath the renowned Carthage National Museum. Despite being demolished by the Romans in 146BC and later reconstructed atop, modern excavations have exposed the foundations of Punic buildings five stories high, each equipped with its own water storage system and sewers. The most impressive early remains include the two basins of the Punic Ports, an illustration of the Carthaginians’ command of the sea that both enticed and exasperated the Romans. The Tophet is yet another significant legacy of pre-roman Carthage.

Moving on to Sidi Bou said: This stunning village is poised upon a cliff, overseeing the Mediterranean. Taking a relaxed walk through its meandering paved lanes is an absolute pleasure. White walls that distinctly stand out against doors and window grilles painted in shades of sky blue lend the place its characteristic aesthetic. You can shop for keepsakes at the boutiques around, or unwind at a Moorish café located at the edge of a cliff.