Dar El Haddad

Dar El Haddad is one of the oldest palaces in the medina of Tunis.

Localization

This residence is located in the Artillery dead-end, in the historical area of the Khurasanid dynasty, near Bab Menara.

History

The palace was built in the 16th century by Saïd El Haddad, a wealthy chechia maker and a member of an Andalusian family settled in Tunisia. It is now owned by the municipality of Tunis. The National Heritage Institute restored it in 1999. It was classified as an historical monument during the same year.

Architecture

The architecture of Dar El Haddad is quite particular compared to the other palaces of the medina. Its entrance leads to a private way reserved to the owner of the residence and his family. Three vestibules lead to the courtyard which is surrounded by porticoes in three sides.