Matmata (Arabic: مطماطة maṭmāṭa ⓘ; Berber: ⵎⴰⵜⵎⴰⵜⴰ) is a small Berber speaking town in southern Tunisia. Some of the local Berber residents live in traditional underground "troglodyte" …

Sep 30, 2022 · MATMATA, TUNISIA – As they cross the desert and approach Matmata, an ancient Berber village in southern Tunisia, a long, dusty road opens before their eyes. …

Jul 16, 2018 · The Amazigh underground homes of Matmata lie in an arid, pockmarked landscape in the parched valleys of southern Tunisia's Djebel Dahar region.

The village of Matmata, nestled in the rugged mountains of southern Tunisia within the Gabès governorate, stands out for its extraordinary troglodyte architecture. This ancient settlement, …

If you’re touring the beautiful desert landscape of Tunisia’s south, you’ll likely travel through Matmata, a small town that’s made its way into the hearts of travelers for decades because of …

Troglodyte houses in Matmata are a unique form of architecture that dates back centuries (since Phoenician times) and are still inhabited by locals today. The Matmata Troglodyte Dwellings, …

Tunisian Olives near Matmata. On the way to Matmata you pass the amazing sight of one of the largest olive groves in Tunisia. It contains over two million olive trees, and is roughly twenty …

Immersed in the heart of Tunisia, Matmata is a place that enchants with its millennia-old history and its uniqueness. Famous for its troglodyte dwellings, it offers an unforgettable experience …

Dec 1, 2014 · The town is a must-see for tourists to Tunisia and, from early morning till late afternoon, bus load after bus load arrive in this small village. Matmata’s fame comes from the …

Matmata, Tunisia, offers a unique experience for backpackers seeking an off-the-beaten-path destination. Known for its troglodyte homes, this small Berber village provides a glimpse into a …