Jutting out into the Mediterranean Sea towards the coast of Sicily, the Republic of Tunisia occupies a 163,610 sq km corner of the northernmost edge of Africa, bordered in the west by Algeria with Libya to the south. With almost 150,000 km of coastline bathed by the balmy waters of the Mediterranean, Tunisia is a holiday destination favoured as much for its idyllic beach resorts as it is its geographical and cultural diversity. The landscapes in the north of the country are dominated by the rugged territory of the Atlas Mountains that continue into Tunisia from Algeria and roll down to the coastal plains of the east, punctuated by a ridge of higher ground that runs down the middle of the country, tailing off in the south where the mighty Sahara Desert stakes its claim to a significant portion of the land mass of Tunisia. The population of roughly 10 million people is largely Arabic, although with such a thriving tourist industry, particularly on the coast of Tunisia, European influences have made their mark creating a cosmopolitan attitude that blends well with the fascinating traditions and ancient customs of a nation proud of its heritage -something that is still very much part of everyday life.

The chief influences on the climate in Tunisia are the Mediterranean and the Sahara which effectively create a north/south divide with regards to the weather - the Mediterranean producing more moderate temperatures and rainfall in the north whereas the Sahara perpetuates an endless, stifling heat interspersed by hot, dry winds, such as the Sirocco, in the south. The northern regions experience hot, dry conditions throughout the summer, from May to September, cooling down during the winter months when rainfall can be frequent. Needless to say, coastal areas, particularly towards the north of the country, offer the most favourable climatic conditions to the visitor, many of whom choose to rent a holiday villa or apartment on the Tunisia Coast which is readily accessible to the balancing influences of the Mediterranean.

With a history dating back to the 12th century B.C., Tunisia is as popular with historians as it is with holiday-makers, and having such vast tracts of countryside that have remained untouched for centuries - escaping the ravages of commercialism and development - Tunisia is often used in film productions and documentaries of a natural, religious or historical nature. Architectural and cultural heritage is unsurpassed in Tunisia - every town, city and rural community can boast an impressive range of ancient relics that have stood the test of time and have proved to be an invaluable asset to the country's tourist industry. For many people, a holiday apartment in Tunisia makes a good home-base for investigating the wealth of culture that exists in just about every location - from the capital city Tunis, the UNESCO World Heritage site at Kairouan, the Roman amphitheatre of El Jem and the 10th century Great Mosque or the Casbah in Mahdia, gateway to the Medina, to name just a few. So whether your reasons for visiting Tunisia are intellectual, aesthetical or recreational, you can be guaranteed of a magical and mystical experience that will stay with you forever.

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