Ouled el-Hadef

Tozeur's delightful old quarter was built in the 14th century AD to house the El-Hadef clan, which had grown rich on the proceeds of the caravan trade. The area is a maze of narrow, covered alleys and small squares. It's famous for its amazing traditional brickwork, which uses protruding bricks to create intricate geometric patterns in relief. The style is found only here and in nearby Nefta.

The easiest entrance to the Ouled el-Hadef is from ave de Kairouan.

Like the medinas further north in Tunisia, wandering through the Ouled el-Hadef is a journey of discovery best made by getting lost. The most well-preserved sections are east of the museum, including the house of the former governor (Dar Bey). Although outside the boundaries of the old town, the brick minarets of the Mosque of Sidi Mouldi and Mosque el-Ferdous (ave Habib Bourguiba) are very attractive.