Jerba is reputed to be the mythical island of the Lotus Eaters where Ulysses and his crew landed during his Odyssey. It is one of the most popular resort destinations in Tunisia for European tourists. The romantic, sun-kissed island is known for its considerable number of white walled mosques and its once sizable Jewish community (dating from 600 BC). Jerba remains a pilgrimage destination for Jews whose arrival peaks in May. At this point it becomes difficult to book hotels on the island.

The Ghriba Synagogue: Is thought to be one of the oldest in the world. While the upper building was reconstructed in 1920, the synagogue stands on an ancient stone said to have fallen miraculously from the heavens. The interior is beautifully decorated with blue tiles and plaques commemorating families who have made donations. This synagogue houses one of the oldest Torahs in the world brought with the fleeing Jewish population after the destruction of the Temple of Solomon.

Jerba is also famous for ceramics made from clay extracted from nearby hill and purified in sea water. When clay from this area is put into the sea it turns white! There are interesting examples of the traditional Berber method of pressing olives and pottery firing can be observed.

Sidi Zitouni Museum : A wonderful little museum to wander through. It exhibits a very good collection of traditional wedding costumes and jewellery originating from Muslim, Jewish, and Berber communities. Unfortunately there is very little information available in this museum. If you are without a guide you are left little option but to guess at the significance of the elaborate ceremonial adornments.

Guellala Museum : Is one of the most famous museums in the south east of Tunisia. It is famous for its exterior infrastructure. The complete building is made from a famous white stone found in Africa. The uniqueness of the museum is the items displayed in the museum, which are daily use artifacts of ancient times. It is located at the top of a small hill in the village, thus adding to its beauty.

Lalla Hadria Museum : Offers a rich panorama of Tunisian and Arabo-islamic world art. A collection of more than 1000 pieces telling 13 centuries of Art and history.