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Frequently Asked Questions

Monastir

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Frequently Asked Questions

- Is Monastir safe? Monastir is considered to be quite safe. As Monastir is such a popular tourist destination, there are frequent police patrols during the day and through the night. Most of the city is well lit, although it is advisable to avoid some areas after dark and always be aware of pickpockets in busy markets. - Is Monastir expensive? Monastir is not an expensive tourist destination. On average, the cost of living is around five times less than that of the UK. - Is Monastir worth visiting? The long golden beaches, clear sea and historical significance of Monastir come together to make it a popular tourist destination. - What is the history of Monastir? Monastir has a rich history which comes through in its expertly preserved ancient architecture dating back to the Phoenician times. The city was founded on the ruins of Ruspina after the fall of the Roman Empire. It is also the birthplace of the first Tunisian president Habib Bourguiba who transformed Tunisia during the 1950s.

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Monastir Habib Bourguiba Airport (MIR) Copyright: Rocker Sta/unsplash
Monastir Habib Bourguiba Airport (MIR)
Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR) is located less than 10 km from the city centre. Taxi services can be incredibly convenient when travelling to or from the airport. Whilst at the airport you'll find both yellow taxis and white taxis available for hire. The white taxis are designated for tourists and tend to offer …
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Passport/Visa
For stays of up to 90 days, a visa is not required for citizens of 97 world countries, including all citizens of the European Union (except Cyprus), Untied States, Canada, Australia and Russia. Citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Macao, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan may only enter visa-free when travelling as part …
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Public Transport
There are regular northbound trains from Monastir to Tunis via Sousse and southbound trains to Mahdia via Lamta. The main railway station of Monastir is called Gare Habib Bourguiba Monastir, which is located in the city centre very close to the Ribat. If you want to go to the capital, you can take a train …
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Best Time to Visit
The weather in Monastir is always pleasant, but the best months to come here are June and September when the temperatures aren't too high, averaging around 29°C. The most important festival in the city is the International Festival of Monastir which takes place in the summer at the Ribat of Monastir. With a lot of …
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Monastir safe? Monastir is considered to be quite safe. As Monastir is such a popular tourist destination, there are frequent police patrols during the day and through the night. Most of the city is well lit, although it is advisable to avoid some areas after dark and always be aware of pickpockets in …
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Taxi
Yellow taxis are probably the best way to explore Monastir although most of the main points of interest can be done by foot. You can flag them down almost anywhere and it is a fast and efficient way to get around town. If you need a taxi to get back to the airport, it …
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Post
There are several post offices in the city centre, the main one being the La Poste Monastir which is the local branch of La Poste Tunisienne. It is usually quite busy here so try and get there as early as possible. Also, make sure to get a tracking number if you are sending items …
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Pharmacy
There are several pharmacies located in the city centre, but for most tourists who are staying in one of the resorts or hotels along the beach near the touristic zone, Pharmacie Souani is probably the easiest to get to. The Tunisian healthcare system is one of the best in Africa and most pharmacies have an …
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Telephone
Country Code: +216 Area Code: …
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Electricity
Tunisia operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. Power sockets in the country are of type C and E. The Type C plug, commonly known as the Europlug, features two round pins, while the Type E plug also has two round pins but includes a socket for the earthing …
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