Tunisia is one of the Arabian Maghreb countries ( which includes beside Tunisia: Morocco and Algeria), and its capital city is Tunis. It is located in the center of the Mediterranean Sea and it represents a linking spot between the world of Arab, Africa and Europe. Since ancient times, the Tunisian society has been known for its openness to its external surroundings and to the different civilized tributaries. Its area is 163.610 Km2, with an estimated population of 10.4 million. The official language of Tunisia is Arabic, in addition to the use of  French language for the matters of trading. Tunisia was liberated from French colonialism in March 20, 1956. Tunisia is characterized by being a touristic country, where there are touristic resorts, fertile lands, spectacular landscapes, and precious historical treasures. Tunisia is also well-known for citrus fruits and other agricultural products. In addition to the export of agricultural products, chemical substances, clothes, while from its natural resources; oil, phosphate, iron, lead and salt.

      Until nowadays, it is one of the oldest Islamic cities, which is the most reverent and respective one. Especially, thanks to Al-Zaytuna Mosque which was built by the companion of the prophet Uqba Ibn Nafi. These historical periods were distinguished by the emergence of many scientists, writers and intellectuals like Ibn Khaldun, the famous historian and the pioneer of modern sociology, who left a heritage that still has an impact to this day. Education always comes to be the first priority for Tunisians. And more than 20% of the overall budget of the state is being allocated for this sector; in fact this is the highest percentage in the whole world. Education in Tunisia is for free in all grades.

     Tunisia is considered to be a meeting place for many civilizations that have been mixed on its land, and interacted to form a mixture of cultures. It has always marked by its abundant cultural activities and its valuable contributions to civilization. The museums, landmarks and the existed cultural institutions witness on this glorified past. Besides, the variety of international festivals that are held to contribute to the enrichment of the Tunisian culture and supporting its influence inside the country and abroad.

      Tunisia hosts several international cultural festivals that are world-renowned, including specialized festivals and those which have general tendency; such as Carthage which receives the most famous artists in the world. The Tunisian museums include invaluable masterpieces of the heritage of numerous civilizations. In recognition of Tunisia for paying attention to cultural development, and due to the richness of its cultural heritage and the importance of its contribution to humanitarian civilization, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural organization (UNESCO) has chosen Tunisia to be a regional cultural capital in 1997.