Monastir in Tunisia is an old fishing town that has now turned into a popular tourist destination. This is mostly because people have picked up on the fact that the city offers sandy beaches, wonderful golf courses, and architecture that blends Moorish and modern designs. For those that are looking for a relaxing place to stay, Monastir is a great place to visit. You can enjoy the white sandy beaches with wonderful sunsets and also sample some of the local foods. You will want to sample some of the marvellous fresh Tunisian cooking while visiting the city as well. When travelling to Monastir Airport (MIR) you need to make sure you explore different dates and times if you initial search for flights to Monastir look expensive. Unfortunately there are no other major international airports within a decent distance of Monastir city.
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