World Heritage Identification Number: 1769
World Heritage since: 2026
Category: Cultural Heritage
WHE Type: Buildings & Architectural Ensembles
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇹🇳 Tunisia
Continent: Africa
UNESCO World Region: Arab States
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A Spiritual Haven: The Enchanting Village of Sidi Bou Saïd
The Village of Sidi Bou Saïd, nestled along the Mediterranean coast of Tunisia, stands as a captivating testament to the harmonious fusion of geomorphology, architecture, and spirituality. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2026, this picturesque settlement offers a unique blend of cultural heritage, natural beauty, and mystical allure.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
The property is a picturesque village perched on a promontory overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, harmoniously integrated into the cliff topography. It developed around the tomb of a Sufi master and saint, known as Sidi Bou Saïd, who lived in the 12th-13th centuries. Through its architectural fabric and urban planning in symbiosis with the natural environment, its recognisable aesthetic created by emblematic colours, and a mystic aura associated with the Sufi spirituality that permeates the site, the property brings together geomorphology, architecture, and spirituality. It has long inspired artists and continues to attract visitors seeking spiritual serenity.Encyclopedia Record: Sidi Bou Said
Sidi Bou Saïd is a town in northern Tunisia, located about 20 km northeast of the capital, Tunis.Additional Site Details
Area: 76.54 hectares
Number of Components: 1
Coordinates: 36.871028 , 10.348639
