Matmata
Tunisia's Underground City
Matmata is a Berber village in southern Tunisia famous for its underground houses. These houses were dug underground to protect against the desert climate. Matmata is also famous as one of the locations where the "Star Wars" movies were filmed.
Places to Visit:
• Underground Houses: These houses, which are Matmata’s most famous feature, are one of the most popular places for tourists.
• Hotel Sidi Driss: Used as Luke Skywalker’s home in the “Star Wars” movies, this hotel is a popular stop for movie fans.
• Tamezret Village: This nearby Berber village attracts tourists with its traditional culture and architecture.
• Douz: This desert town close to Matmata is famous for its desert safaris and camel tours.
• Ksar Ghilane: This region, one of the southernmost oases of Tunisia, draws attention with its thermal waters and desert landscapes.