Vincent Poon :: El Jem
 
Having missed out El Jem in the previous Desert Safari tour, we have decided to set aside another day to visit this old Roman Town, Thysdrus as it was called back then and was one of the richest towns in Roman Africa. The amphitheatre is enormous and well-preserved; and its musuem contianing a large collection of mosaics excavated from the houses nearby. El Jem is definitely a place not to be missed if you ever visit Tunisia. 
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There were two guardians guarding the entrance
The rooms are full of mosaic on all sides
Finally arrived in El-Jem station, 'tiny' was the only word I can describe
Album: El Jem Amphitheatre
 
 El Jem's Amphitheatre is the 3rd largest in the Roman world and is one of the most best preserved Roman relic to be found in Africa. I was amazed at how few people there were and how well preserved it is, you could get down to the dungeon or go all the way up to the top for a splendid view. Now if only there were some living gladiators...


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Album: El Jem Museum
 
When visiting El Jem, most people would only go to see the amphitheatre. This is a real shame as the museum nearby is home to Tunisia's most outstanding mosaic collection. It may not be as big as that in the Bardo but the mosaics' vlvidness and pristine conditions definitely outdo those in the capital.


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Album: El Jem City
 
Originally known as Thysdrus, this former Punic Town quickly became a Roman colony in 3AD and is now a place where over 18,000 people lived. There were not many hotels here but you could easily reach from Sousse within one hour (add 50% to the waiting time and the delay of the public transportation)


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