Bourguiba Mausoleum - Monastir, Tunisia - Mausoleums on Waymarking.com

Monastir was the birthplace of Habib Bourguiba, the first president of independent Tunisia. The Mausoleum of Habib Bourtguiba was constructed in 1963 and highly distinguished by its huge ribbed golden dome and the twin thin Minarets with magnificent Italian Limestone. Within the tomb, stand the cenotaphs of all the family members of Buorguiba. One can climb the flight of stair steps leading to the top of the mausoleum to have a close view of the dome and overall view of the surrounding area of the tomb.

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The mausoleum of Bourguiba's family is an odd reminder of Tunisia's political system. Habib Bourguiba was the first president of Tunisia, and although he never was elected by the people in free elections, he is generally considered as the father of the modern nation.
Bourguiba died in 2000, and was buried here. Before him, his parents and his wife had both been lain to ground under one of the 2 green domes.
The mausoleum was started to be built in 1963, and has many similarities to the typical mosque and holy man's tomb (zawiyya). In addition to the 3 domes (2 green and one gilded), there are 2 minarets marking the entrance to the complex.

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History: Constructed in 1963 Visiting Hours/Restrictions: It is open to the public until 3pm and entry is free. Address: Bourguiba Mausoleum Monastir, Tunisia Website: [Web Link]

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