Barkouk

Barkouk is a village in Essouani, Djerba Houmet Souk, Medenine Governorate. Barkouk is situated nearby to the hamlet Aourassen, as well as near the village Tahrizit.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Ghriba Synagogue and Borj El Kebir.

Ghriba Synagogue

Synagogue

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The El Ghriba Synagogue, also known as the Djerba Synagogue, is an ancient Maghrebi Jewish congregation and synagogue, located in the Jewish village of Hara Seghira, several kilometres southwest of Houmt El Souk, the main town on the island of Djerba, Tunisia. Ghriba Synagogue is situated 4 km south of Barkouk.

Borj El Kebir

Castle

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Borj El Kebir, also known as Borj El Ghazi Mustapha, is an ancient castle in Houmt El Souk, Tunisia on the island of Djerba. It is the largest and best preserved local castle, and is one of the most visited historical sites on the island. Borj El Kebir is situated 4 km north of Barkouk.

Mosque

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The Mosque of the Turks, also known as Jemaa ettrouk, is a Tunisian historical mosque located in the center of Houmt Essouk in the island of Djerba. Mosque is situated 3½ km north of Barkouk.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Djerba and Djerba.

Djerba

Town

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Houmt Souk, meaning literally: "The Market neighbourhood", is a commune and the main town of the island of Djerba, Tunisia. A popular tourist destination, it is best known for its traditional souk and the Aghlabid fortress. Djerba is situated 3 km north of Barkouk.

Djerba

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Djerba is an island and a cultural UNESCO World Heritage Site in south Tunisia with beautiful sandy beaches and beautiful, peaceful and silent countryside.