Tunisia's Sidi Bou Said Gains World Heritage Status
UNESCO has listed the Tunisian village of Sidi Bou Said as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, bringing the total number of Tunisian sites on the list to 10. The village is characterized by its architecture, which features the traditional blue and white color scheme, narrow streets, and decorated wooden doors dating back to 1915. Its visual identity resembles the Greek village of Santorini. The site was inscribed during the 48th session held in Busan, South Korea, as part of the nomination file titled "The Cultural and Spiritual Inspiration Center in the Mediterranean." This inclusion coincided with the celebrations marking the anniversary of the Tunisian Republic's declaration on July 25. Previously, sites such as the Djerba Island, Carthage, and the Medina of Tunis had been inscribed. UNESCO also recognized Tunisian and Arab intangible cultural heritage elements, including calligraphy arts, traditional cuisines, and fishing techniques, aiming to preserve the country's distinctive cultural heritage.
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