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Monastir (Arabic: المـنسـتير al-munastîr, from the Greek word μοναστήριον "hermit's cell, monastery", called [lmiˈstiːr] in Tunisian Arabic, (20 km south of Sousse; 162 km south of Tunis), is a city on the central shore of Tunisia, in the Sahel area. Traditionally a fishing port, Monastir is now a major tourist resort. Its population is 41,400. Located in north-eastern Tunisia, it is the capital of Monastir Governorate. HistoryThe Ribat in Monastir.Monastir was founded on the ruins of the Punic–Roman city of Ruspina. The city features a well preserved Ribat that was used to scan the sea for hostile ships. Several ulema came to stay to the Ribat of this peaceful city for contemplation. The Ribat was also one of the filming locations for Monty Python's Life Of Brian. TransportationThe city has Monastir (Habib Bourguiba) International Airport with flights from most Western European countries. It is run by Tepe Akfen Ventures Airport Holding (TAV). MiscellaneousTunisian president Habib Bourguiba was born in Monastir, and his mausoleum is located in the city. Wikimedia Commons has media related to: MonastirFrom Wikipedia under the
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