once we got close to Sousse we got out to see the mausoleum of the founder of Tunisia, kind of like the George Washington of America. I forget his name and we didn't get to go up close to it but it looked pretty from far back!
We finally made it to Sousse and were sent off to shop in yet another souk. This time, however, there was a department store that had things to buy without haggling. It pretty much looked the same as a souk except there was a larger cash register area and escalators going up 3 floors. But there was stuff everywhere and although people weren't pestering you to look at stuff, there were workers following you around "helping" you hold stuff. Which is incredibly annoying. But I think that's all they got paid to do. We also ate lunch outside near the department store. Everyone got a shawarma, I got mine with lamb. It was good. Still prefer couscous and brik but it was a nice change. After spending about two and a half hours in the souk we all got back on the bus and headed back to our hotel, had dinner, and packed for the airport. Tomorrow would be our last day in Tunisia!
You are taking such fantastic pictures and explaining everything so well, we feel like we are right there too! This is such a wonderful experience for you. You will probably want to wander to other countries. The dromedary ride and the night in the desert sounded like so much fun!! You will probably be a gourmet cook by the time you get home, do you think Jason and your Dad will eat all the new dishes you make? Nana and John
ReplyDeleteWhat is shawarma? Thanks for taking a picture of the map of Tunisia - it helps me to see where you have been! Sure went by quickly didn't it!
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