Houmt Souk - tha catholic church
by croisbeauty
There exist an catholic church in Houmt Souk, located right in the heart of the old core of the town. Unfortunately, I couldn't seen its interiors because the church was closed every time I was visiting the town. There exist a catholic minority on the island, living side by side to Jewish community and the muslim majority. As far as I could see and noticed it, there is a high standard of tollerance in between various religious groups and races here on island of Djerba.
Unusual shawl
by JLBG
These two women were photographed in the main town of Djerba, Houmt Souk. They wear a very unusual garment. They have both a huge shawl with bright stylized flowers that covers almost entirely their clothe, most probably a Djellabah. I have seen that seldom in Djerba.
The oukala
by JLBG
On the right, the large building is the "oukala" or caravanserai that is used at the time of the pilgrimage, each year in may (in 2005 it will be 26 and 27 May). Poor pilgrims will be lodged in the "oukala" and a temporary cosher restaurant will be open.
More clothes hanged for sale
by JLBG
Outside of the souk, a whole row of shops present more djellabahs of various color and design and a few Gafsa carpets. These Gafsa carpets can be used either as carpets, laid on the soil, or as a kind of tapestry, hanged on a wall.
El Ghriba Synagogue
by croisbeauty
This is a part of the synagogue where the most valuable relics are kept. I don't know much about Jewish religion, but the local guide knows even less then me. The guy was completely unable to answer on each of my questions. That is why I cannot explain what represents each of the objects of my pictures.
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Caravanserai served as pilgrims accommodation
Guellala street scene
Beach in the Zone Touristique (sunset)
Hotel beach
