Gabès' Medina Embarks on a New Era of Renaissance

For a long time, the medina of Gabès has been marked by the scars of time and disasters. However, today, the city is undergoing a genuine rebirth through an ambitious rehabilitation project. As the city slowly regains its former charm and luster, it is reinventing itself as a promising tourist and economic hub.

A New Era of Revitalization

The project aims to revitalize the medina by valuing its rich heritage, dynamizing commercial activities, and opening up to its unique oasian environment. Gabès is once again asserting itself as an unmissable destination in southern Tunisia.

Notable Progress

The rehabilitation project has made significant strides, particularly after the reconstruction of the arcades that were completely destroyed in the 2022 fire. This disaster had severely affected many merchants, leaving them without a means of subsistence. The reopening of these spaces marks a genuine return to economic and social life in the heart of the old city. The efforts made have contributed to rethinking the aesthetic and urban organization of the area.

A Comprehensive Vision

This project goes beyond simply restoring the arcades. It is part of a broader vision to restructure the medina, from Sidi Boushhaq to the mosque of Sidi Idriss (one of the oldest in the country), the street of blacksmiths, and the jewelry market, without forgetting the henna market square and the Jara square.

New Approaches

The new approach involves creating five main gates, some of which are already under construction, in parallel with the paving of several streets and souks. These improvements aim to enhance the urban landscape and improve the conditions for welcoming visitors.

A Broader Strategy

This project is also part of a larger strategy to promote tourism, linking the medina to its oasian environment through circuits extending from Jémila and Sidi El Harbi to Chott Essalem. The goal is to highlight the uniqueness of Gabès, the only Mediterranean city surrounded by an oasis.

A Budget of 17 Million Dinars

With a budget of approximately 17 million dinars, this program aims to restore Gabès' former glory and reposition it as a leading tourist destination, while stimulating economic and cultural development.

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