Gazi Mustapha Fortress Travel Guide: Top Sights in Tunisia, Tours &

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Gazi Mustapha Fortress- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Tunisia; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 2 hours

Borj El Kebir, also known as Borj El Ghazi Mustapha, is a historic fortress located in Houmt Souk on Djerba Island, Tunisia. Constructed in the late 14th century over the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Griba, it was later expanded in 1450. The fortress is situated approximately 500 meters north of Houmt Souk, adjacent to the fishing port. In 1903, it became a property of the Tunisian authorities, who transformed it into a museum in 1904. Today, it stands as the largest and best-preserved castle on the island, offering visitors panoramic views of the surrounding area and insights into the region's rich history.

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Reviews of Borj El Kebir

Donovan Leong

4
Reviewed: 2024-12-02

nice tower for sunset. price: 8 Td there’s not much explanation at the tower but it’s a nice place to walk around.
Lisa Skalecki

5
Reviewed: 2024-03-21

While our tour group didn't go inside, we enjoyed walking around this well preserved castle, also known as Borj El Kebir.
Anamaria Creanga

3
Reviewed: 2024-01-03

Nice place to have a good view of the sea, the marina and the city. Worth visiting if you are in the area.
Anna Petrušková

4
Reviewed: 2023-10-03

One of the better places on Djerba. I recommend the visitation, but don't have a big expactation. Nice view on the see and city. We stay here for something like 40 minutes
David Maddison

5
Reviewed: 2020-01-20

An impressive restoration of a Spanish fort built on Roman foundations. Lovely area to sit by the water and relax (if you ignore all of the rubbish that’s washed up on the rocks or thrown on the ground). Very impressive monument and a real icon along Djerba’s coast line.