Saheb Ettabaâ Palace


Saheb Ettabaâ Palace is an old palace in the Medina of Tunis.

Localization

It is located in south-west of the Halfaouine square.

History

Youssef Saheb Ettabaâ ordered this palace to be built at the beginning of the 19th century.
In the same period, the whole Halfaouine district witnessed many modifications: A new mosque, two madrasas, a hammam, souk Jedid, a fountain, a mausoleum and a foundouk were built there.

Architecture

The palace can be found at the entrance of Souk Jedid.
It has 3 floors: The ground floor was used for the stables and warehouses while the two remaining floors were for the private apartments and salons.