the Sadiki College

the Sadiki College was established in 1875 by the Minister Khéreddine the reign of the sovereign as-Sadok Bey, in order to spread the exact sciences and foreign languages​​.

It was installed in the first place, to the barracks Sidi al Morjani rue Jemaa Zitouna, then moved to its present premises, purpose built in 1897, instead of the Kasbah.

This building, designed by architect De Maillet is a homogeneous architectural neo Moorish said at the time: "Arabisance."

The assembly includes a central core (the old part) and two side extensions executed in 1936 The main facade, in fitting stones yellow ocher color is composed of a central gallery on two floors flanked by two corner buildings before body surmounted by cupolas.

The central gallery has seven horseshoe arches supported by columns with capitals kadhel Hispano-Moorish style. The minaret is the most striking architectural feature, seen as a symbol of the College.

Several personalities from different generations who studied at this institution marked the contemporary history of Tunisia.
The Sadiki College was listed as a historic monument October 19, 1992.

Ali Bey

This mausoleum was built by the ruler Ali Bey II (1758 - 1782), first prince Husseinite to be buried there.
With the exception of the first two kings of the dynasty, Mohamed Hussein Ben Ali and Ar-Rashid, buried at Sidi Kacem tourba Sebabti, adjoining Jemaa Jadid, and the last two, and Mohamed Al Moncef Mohamed Lamine first buried respectively Az-Zallaj cemeteries and Marsa, all other Beys, princes and princesses as well as a select few ministers, are buried in this tourba.

The monument, considered the most important shrines of the city of Tunis, consists of a complex series of rooms and are divided over where the tourbas. The last room, which contains tourbas of "Pasha" (kings who ruled), is the most luxurious. It is built on the model of the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul.

The exterior walls are built inconsistently, we meet all Mediterranean styles of the time. This tourba was opened to the public after its restoration in 1992.

MONUMENTS OF MARSEILLE

It is often said the Marseille heritage before it is all natural. Creeks and the Mediterranean are the best witnesses. Yet Marseille urban unveils unique monuments, symbols of the great history of this city.

To discover Marseille and monuments it is essential to get first place on the site of Notre Dame de la Garde, which dominates and watch over Marseille. Admire the amazing panorama of the "Good Mother" is also spot and watch the majority of Marseille monuments.


Closer to the harbor, the Palais du Pharo also reveals a magnificent view of the Old Port, one of the most popular clichés postcards and leaving discover with surprise how the harbor entrance is narrow.

Down on the dock, embark on the Château d'If and visit this ancient state prison that would have locked the vengeful character of Alexandre Dumas: The Count of Monte Cristo.

For lovers of peace and greenery, Palais Longchamps is the perfect base. Doing here this fresh in the pleasant gardens of the Palais, full of activities for the little ones. Also hidden in a castle Borély park after an archeology museum now houses art exhibitions. A little farther away, discover the surprising Pastré campaign in the 8th district and 112 hectares. The Ceramics Museum located on the land, you will discover a whole section of this art. 

The Pantheon

The Pantheon is an ancient Roman temple remained intact. From the outside, it shows only rectangular structure, with a portico with many columns. The rest of the building forms an ellipse, with a dome 43 meters in diameter. At its peak, a hole is daylight, allowing use as a sundial.

The construction of the building took place between 118 and 125, under Emperor Hadrian. She replaced the temple of Agrippa, after several fires devastated. The dedication on the front panel of the current monument recalls. It means "Marcus Agrippa, son of Lucius consul for the third time, he built."

In 609, Pope Boniface IV converts the building into a church. He had been offered to the Vatican by the Byzantine Emperor Phocas. Some transformations then intervened. Originally, the niches in the building contained statues of Roman gods. Today they are chapels. Some kings were buried, such as Victor Emmanuel II or Raphael.

The Trevi Fountain

The Trevi Fountain is an immense work, backed by a baroque palace. In the Great Basin, with numerous statues representing an allegory of the sea inspired from Roman mythology.

Neptune, god of the ocean and sea, stands in the middle. It is perched on a chariot pulled by two sea horses. One represents the violent water, the other wild water. It is surrounded by many other deities, such as the gods of abundance, safety ...

The name of the fountain comes from a girl who would have indicated the location of the source to Roman to save her virginity. The building itself dates from 1762, designed by Nicolas Salvi at the request of Pope Benedict XIV.

Tourists used to throw coins into the fountain. Tradition has it that one makes a wish by throwing in a first. In launch a second right arm with his back to the monument ensure you can return to Rome one day ...

ROME: Forum

The Roman Forum is a once occupied by many Roman buildings, which filled political or religious office space. At the time of the empire, it was central to the life of the city. Today, there are still some remains, which can be visited with an entrance fee.

One of the most famous infrastructure is probably the Roman Forum. This is a large platform, made ​​of stone. Politicians settled there to speak directly to the people gathered in a vast square.

It also included the Curia, where the senators held their meetings. The pontiffs and flamines (Roman priests who are dedicated to one god), they, held meetings in the Regia. You can also see the remains of Tabularium where administrative records were kept.

It was also a place of commerce, where merchants were selling their products. Many temples were built. But before completing these social functions, the place has been around a necropolis. Hence its name "forum": this word originally meant "enclosure, grave."

LONDON: Harrods

Harrods is a famous luxury store, the largest in London. It is located in Knightsbridge. It is a huge building, the floor area of over 18,000 square meters. It was the royal family provider for over 60 years.

The brand was born in 1849, founded by Charles Henry Harrod. He previously held a wholesale grocery store in a poor neighborhood of London. In 1851, he bought a modest goodwill on Brompton Road and made Harrods. The success was the rendezvous and the store is expanding gradually. Its creator retired after selling his store in 1889.

In 1892, the new owner undertook major expansion work. He built and acquired other buildings and facilities including a "rolling inclined plane", the first in history to trade. He was still growing by the Al-Fayed family, who bought the store in 1985 and made there including installing a memorial in honor of Princess Diana in 1998.