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SFAX:
City walls
Sfax, Tunisia

Sfax' city walls are in a notably good condition, especially considering how much was destroyed by bombing during World War 2. Much of it dates from quite recent centuries, but the oldest surviving parts are from the 9th century. The city walls encompasses the medina completely.

Sfax, Tunisia


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