TUNISIA - HISTORY
Carthage, Romans, Phoenicians, pirates.

Tunisia and its history.

Tunisia - the African country that was founded in the early fifteenth century. Country adopted its name in honor of his capital Tunis. Tunisia has a rich history and cultural traditions formed under the influence of both Islamic and European world.

Attractions Tunisia compensate for the small size of the country. From the first Stone Age settlements near the oasis Kebili to the era of space exploration Tunisia has experienced many historical upheavals.

The history of Tunisia is very interesting. At the beginning of the country was part of the Carthaginian Empire. According to tradition, the Phoenicians founded the city of Carthage in 814 BC. With time, became the center of a mighty empire. Starting from 264 AD Carthage led war with the Roman Empire. Carthage lost the war and for seven centuries, was part of the Roman province of Africa.

In the 5th century neterytorium came under the authority of the tribes of Vandals, and from 7 to 16 age Tunisia was ruled by Arab conquerors. After that, for some time been dominated by pirates Tunisia, Spain and the Ottoman Empire. At the end of the 19th century, Tunisia was under French rule, though nominally held power Tunisian bey.

In 1956 Tunisia got its independence and was admitted to the UN and in 1957 abolished the monarchy, parliament, introducing a republic.

In December 2010, Tunisia broke out in violent protests on the socio-political nature against the poor economic situation in the country, unemployment, lack of civil liberties, which led to the overthrow of 14 January 2011 President Zine Al-Abidine Ben Ali.

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