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Village Berbร ลกre de Douiret
Tataouine North · 5.2 km from Shanini
Amphitheatre of El Jem
Amphitheatre of El Jem is located in the town of El Jem in eastern Tunisia. It was built in the 3rd century AD, is grand in scale and magnificent in presence, and even after nearly 2,000 years of weathering, it still stands tall on the open plains. The entire structure is primarily built with massive stone blocks. Supported by layers of arches and a sturdy stone structure, it features a towering three-story facade reaching a height of over 30 m. The amphitheatre's long axis is nearly 150 m, and its short axis exceeds 120 m. It is estimated to have been able to accommodate over 30,000 spectators. Standing in front of the building and looking up, rows of stone arches unfold layer by layer, appearing both solemn and majestic while reflecting the rigorous and precise structural design of ancient Roman architecture. Stepping inside the amphitheatre, visitors can more vividly experience the scenes of ancient competitive events.Tunisia · El Jem
Chott el Djerid
Chott el Djerid is located on the edge of the Sahara Desert in south-central Tunisia and is one of the largest salt lakes in the Sahara region. For most of the year, it does not look like a rippling blue lake: the water evaporates under the scorching sun, revealing an endless expanse of white salt crust that looks like a frozen snowfield from afar. In the cooler seasons, a shallow layer of brine collects in the low-lying areas, with a salt content far exceeding that of seawater, shimmering in different shades of pink, orange, green, and purple under the sunlight, like a palette spread across the earth. Traveling from Douz, known as the "Gateway to the Sahara," to the oasis city of Tozeur, the road cuts straight across the lake, a stretch often considered by travelers to be the highlight of the entire journey: outside the car window, the salt flats extend to the horizon, and when summer heat waves rise, mirages often appear on the lake surface, where the water in the distance turns out to be just the reflection of salt crystals upon closer approach.Tunisia · Faouar
Hotel Sidi Idriss
Hotel Sidi Idriss not only boasts magnificent Sahara Desert scenery but also hides many familiar movie scenes. This unique underground structure combines traditional local dwellings with classic memories of science fiction films, making it a highly distinctive film tourism destination in Tunisia. This filming location was created by digging deep pits into the loess, then carving rooms along the pit walls and connecting the various spaces through tunnels and passageways. The courtyards are sunken underground, which reduces direct sunlight and helps keep indoor temperatures relatively stable, giving them the characteristic of being warm in winter and cool in summer. Visitors can walk into the underground space, sit at the same tables seen in the movie, and take photos from familiar angles, as if briefly stepping into Luke Skywalker's childhood life. For fans, this is not just a visit, but a close-up reunion with a classic movie scene.Matmatat-Al-Qadimal · 75.5 km from Shanini
Ksar Beni Barka
Tataouine South · 16.2 km from Shanini
Old Douiret
Tataouine North · 5.1 km from Shanini
Ksar Ouled Soltane
Tataouine South · 27.2 km from Shanini
Akkarit Ancient Olive Tree
Tataouine North · 6 km from Shanini
Matmata
Mat Mata is the general name for the Berber tribe of the indigenous North African people, this charming village showcases the unique architecture of desert cave dwellings to outsiders. Because the area is exposed to direct sunlight for a long time, the temperature is very high. Many cave houses were dug by the locals to hide from the sun, which has become a feature of Matmata. Today, most of the aborigines have moved to modern buildings, and the vacated caves have been slightly transformed to serve as hotels to receive people from afar. In the south of Matmata, there are mountains up to 800 meters high. The brownstones on the mountains are exposed, the ravines are crisscrossed, and the palm trees are struggling to grow upwards. It is said that the scene of the fight in the movie "Star Wars" was filmed here.Matmata · 76.1 km from Shanini
Djerba
Djerba is an island in the Gulf of Gabes in southeastern Tunisia. It is one of the larger islands in North Africa, with an area of 514 square kilometers. The island is covered with date palms and olive trees, forming a unique natural landscape. Famous for its rich historical sites and beautiful beaches, Djerba Island is an important tourist destination in Tunisia. In 2021, the 18th Summit of the International Organization of la Francophonie was held here, further enhancing its international visibility. In 2023, Djerba was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, highlighting its cultural and historical value. The coastline of Djerba Island is 30 kilometers long. The beaches on the west side are famous for their fine sand, while the beaches on the east side are suitable for family trips. There is an airport on Djerba Island, which provides tourists with convenient transportation connections and makes it more convenient to visit the island.Tunisia · Houmt Arbah
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Village Berbร ลกre de Douiret
Tataouine North · 5.2 km from ShaniniAmphitheatre of El Jem
Tunisia · El JemChott el Djerid
Tunisia · FaouarHotel Sidi Idriss
Matmatat-Al-Qadimal · 75.5 km from ShaniniKsar Beni Barka
Tataouine South · 16.2 km from ShaniniOld Douiret
Tataouine North · 5.1 km from ShaniniKsar Ouled Soltane
Tataouine South · 27.2 km from ShaniniAkkarit Ancient Olive Tree
Tataouine North · 6 km from ShaniniMatmata
Matmata · 76.1 km from ShaniniDjerba
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What travellers say about Shanini
老少皆宜（）November 15, 2022
5.0
We visited the El Jem Colosseum in Tunisia, which was even more spectacular than the one in Italy. For centuries, the El Jem Colosseum has conquered all visitors with its grandeur, magnificence, scientific layout, and perfect harmony of structure, just like the pyramids in Egypt.
Amphitheatre of El Jem
想飞的鱼0627October 3, 2020
4.0
Gilit Salt Lake is the largest desert salt lake in the world. Although it is called a lake, due to the huge evaporation, the actual water content of Gilit Salt Lake is very low and the salt content is very high. It is even known as the lake with the highest salt content in the world. The salt content is even comparable to that of the Dead Sea. If you are lucky, you can see mirages in the desert when the weather is clear and the sun is strong.
Chott el Djerid
juki235April 18, 2020
5.0
In the desert of Maitemat, there is a man-made scenic spot, which was the location for the filming of Star Wars. The buildings here are all made of loess, and the desert scene feels like being in outer space. Recalling the scenes of Star Wars, it was really filmed here. You may as well come and visit.
Hotel Sidi Idriss
🎀彡🐾October 25, 2019
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Matmata is a small town in the desert, where many shepherds live. They work from sunrise to sunset and live a poor but free life. The scenery here is also very beautiful, especially the sunset in the Gobi, which is gorgeous and intoxicating.
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TodemmyDecember 1, 2019
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There are horse riding and camel riding activities on the hotel beach in Djerba Island, each lasting 15 minutes, and the total cost of both is 25 dinars (RMB 80). Overall it is quite good and worth a visit. The scenery is very good
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