Tunis
North Africa, Tunisia
Tunisia
People from Tunis are called:
Male/General:
Tunisian
Pronunciation:
/tuˈnɪʒən/
Etymology & Origin
From Berber 'Tunes', possibly meaning 'to lie down' or 'to pass the night', or from the goddess Tanith.
About Tunis
- Capital and largest city of Tunisia on the Mediterranean coast.
- Ancient city near the ruins of Carthage, center of the ancient Carthaginian Empire.
- Birthplace of the Arab Spring movement in 2010-2011.
- UNESCO World Heritage Site with well-preserved medieval medina.
- Major center for North African politics, culture, and commerce.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 1,056,247 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Tunisia
- Region:
- North Africa