djerba
states: [tunisia]
category: cultural
year: 2023
region: Arab States
latitude/longitude: 33.7924194444, 11.0039583333
unesco id: 1640
world heritage site: 1640
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Djerba, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Tunisia, is a Mediterranean island renowned for its well-preserved cultural landscape, shaped by over 3,000 years of diverse human settlement. Spanning 514 square kilometers, it features traditional architecture, including whitewashed houses, fortified mosques, and underground oil presses, alongside historic trading hubs like Houmt Souk. Recognized for its unique blend of Berber, Arab, Jewish, and African influences, Djerba’s heritage reflects a resilient agro-pastoral and maritime society, with archaeological sites and centuries-old multicultural traditions highlighting its role as a historic crossroads of civilizations.