Sousse SPA-Resorts

Special traditions and customs of local people never cease to amaze foreign visitors with its originality and uniqueness. Every year, thousands of tourists arrive to Sousse from all over the world; for many of them an acquaintance with cultural traditions of citizens becomes the most vibrant and exciting adventure. An integral part of the national culture is the music of Sufis. Melodious musical tunes have changed for hundreds of years; however, they continue to be an important national feature.

A few centuries ago, national songs were sung with accompaniment of Rababa, the one-stringed musical instrument. In those days, folk songs were performed exclusively by women, or rather women's groups that were called Rababia. Today, old musical instruments are replaced with kamandzha, a stringed instrument looking like a violin. The music itself has changed too, retaining only its individuality.
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