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INTRODUCTION
Tunisia, a melting-pot of different civilizations, has always had
a rich cultural activity, as testified by its prestigious museums and cultural institutions and by the various
international festivals held throughout the year. Sustained efforts have been deployed to promote the cultural
sector. The Heritage Code grants companies important tax breaks to encourage investments in restoration and protection
of archaeological monuments (e.g. Cathedral of Carthage;) promulgation of legal texts allows free importation of
books and paper destined for cultural purposes and the exemption from customs duties of musical instruments.
A whole strategy has been put in place to set up institutions serving as points of reference in the various domains of cultural activity. Among
them, the National Dance Center of Borj El Baccouche, the House of Baron d'Erlanger converted into a Center for
Arab and Mediterranean Music, and the Husseinite Museum (covering the period of the Beys) in the Palace of Ksar
Said.
Other projects are in the process of completion, such as the Museum of Modern Art, located at the Palace of El
Abdellia, and the National Cultural Center of Tunis. In addition, the International Cultural Center of Hammamet
has been refurbished and transformed into the House of the Mediterranean, specializing mainly in theatrical arts.
The institution of "Beit el Hikma" was converted into an Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters in order
to better contribute to the cultural and intellectual activity of Tunisia. The academy also welcomes distinguished
scholars wishing to conduct research in various fields and serves as a meeting place for debates and exchanges
between researchers, scholars and artists.
FESTIVALS
Tunisia hosts numerous international film, arts, and historical festivals,
including the Summer festivals of Carthage, Dougga, and Hammamet, which host top international artists, the International
Festival of El Jem for classical music, the Andalusian Music Festival of Testour, the Sahara Festival in Douz,
the International Film Festival of Carthage, the Mythological Films Festival in Jerba and the Theater Festival
of Carthage.
List of
Festivals in Tunisia
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