The Berber village of Takrouna, on the side of a 200-metre hill, located approximately 100 km south of Tunis, offers a breathtaking view of the scenery that surrounds it. From the top of the village, visitors can admire the panoramic view of the Gulf of Hammamet and Sousse and look over the vast groves of olive trees that cover the landscape.
The Berber village has a history that spans 2,000 years. Many historians say the village was named after a Berber tribe that immigrated to the region in the eighth century. When the Berber tribes settled in Takrouna and chose the summit of the hill to
build their town, they put a lot of effort into showcasing their cultural heritage, whilst also working hard to preserve the natural landscape. Its position on the mountaintop protected the village against attacks, which is precisely why it was chosen by the Berber tribes: they could keep an eye on the surrounding areas from such an altitude and anticipate attacks. The village also played a role in World War II. In 1943, New Zealand forces attacked the village perched upon its hill, which was occupied by Italian and German forces.
