Zaghouan's architectural highlight is this tomb complex dedicated to the city patron of Tunis, which has a green fish-scale dome and, inside, superb tiled walls, colourful stained glass and intricately carved plaster ceilings. If the doors aren't open, just knock. The guardian might expect a small tip.
Zaouia of Sidi Ali Azouz
Tunisia
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