Tunisia Way

 Twin ksars

The first (most southern, and the first you come to from the neighbour ksar of Beni Blel) ksar of Gettoufa is the oldest. It is quite modest, far much so than the one of Beni Blel. None of the structures here stretch higher than two floors, and the courtyard is rather small as well.

The ghurfas of Ksar Gettoufa has had a "modern" structure added to it, as if somebody once planned to bring the ghurfas into modern ages with increased comfort and use of more durable materials.

The main attraction of Ksar Gettoufa is the cistern in the centre, which also has a wide and round platform which could be used for wasking of both foodstuffs and clothes.

Stepping into Ksar Jelidat

The Ksar Jelidat is somewhat more impressive than the older Gettoufa ksar. The gate is quite grand, and many of the structures rise three floors up. But at the very same time, this ksar is not as well preserved.

There is little which has changed at the exterior of the gate to Ksar Jelidat, and it must be among the most beautiful ksar gates that still remain in Tunisia.

Good defense

The oldest ksar of Get

toufa from a distance. As you see, there is nothing that helps the intruder here, no windows, no doors, only steep walls. And a gate that is made to prevent uninvited guests.

Perhaps slightly less impressive than the older ksar of Gettoufa, but with the nearby mosque, it does offer a picturesque sight.