Guellala Pottery Village
قلالة
A traditional pottery village on Djerba's south coast, with pottery shops lining the roads. Visitors can see half-underground workshops and potters working at the wheel.
Guellala's pottery tradition dates back to Roman times. Local clay is dug from the nearby hills, and craftsmen throw, dry and fire their pots in vaulted workshops partly buried underground, which helps keep the clay moist. Pottery shops line the main road, offering everything from large oil jars to painted bowls and plates. Some workshops allow visitors to look around and try the potter's wheel, though a small tip or a purchase is appreciated. Coordinates are for the village center. Bargaining is expected when shopping, and large items can be shipped. It can be combined with the Guellala Museum on the nearby hill, about 25 minutes by taxi from Houmt Souk.
Opening hours
Shops about 8:30 AM–6:00 PM
Nearby sights
- Guellala Heritage Museum
- El Kantara Roman Causeway
- Meninx Archaeological Site
- El Ghriba Synagogue
- Djerbahood (Erriadh Street Art Village)
- Ajim Ferry Port
- Fadhloun Mosque
- Djerba