The Tunisian island of Djerba (Jerba) is a lush, golden oasis located off Tunisia's southeastern coast in the Gulf of Gabes. With an area of 500 square kilometers and a population of just 140,000, it is one of the most popular holiday destinations in north Africa. Djerba - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Practicalities - Sightseeing Highlights - Beaches - Water Sports - Houmt Souk - Musee du Patrimoine Traditionnel Djerbien - Borj el Kebir - El Ghriba Synagogue - Guellala Village & Museum - Lonely Mosque - Fadhloun Mosque - Ras Rmel (Peninsula of Flamingos) - Djerba Explore Park (Hadria Lalla Museum-Crocodile Farm) - Star Wars Movie Locations - Recommendations for the Budget Traveller - Places to Stay - Hotel Dar Ali - Hotel Flamingo Beach - Hotel Dar El Bhar - Hotel Dar Dhaifa - Hotel Touring Club Marhala - Places to Eat & Drink - Rachid et Sophie - Restaurant Essofra - Restaurant Sidi Ali - Chouchou - Restaurant de L'ile - Places to Shop - Houmt Souk Markets - Midoun Gift Shops - Guellala Pottery Shopping - Carrefour Market - Djerba Explore Shops.