Ghar El Kebir Roman Quarries
الغار الكبير بالهوارية
Ancient quarry caves at the northern tip of Cap Bon, with pyramid-shaped chambers that let in light, and sea cliffs and blue water outside.
The El Haouaria quarries (Ghar El Kebir) were sandstone quarries during the Punic and Roman periods, and much of the stone used to build Carthage came from here. Dozens of pyramid-shaped chambers admit light through openings at the top, creating striking light patterns inside, while outside lie steep sea cliffs and deep blue water. The nearby town of El Haouaria is famous for its falconry tradition and holds a falcon festival every spring. It is about 90 km from Hammamet and can be combined with a visit to Kerkouane.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Korbous
- Nabeul Souk & Pottery
- Neapolis Archaeological Site & Nabeul Museum
- Aqua Park Flipper
- Hammamet Medina & Kasbah
- Dar Sébastien (International Cultural Centre of Hammamet)
- Hammamet Beach
- Pupput Archaeological Site