The Great Mosque of al-Zaytuna in Tunis
Capitoline temple at the Roman site of Dougga
Ksar Ouled Soltane, an example of a multi-level ghorfa (fortified granary) in southern Tunisia
The architecture of Tunisia began with the ancient civilizations such as the Carthaginians, Numidians, and Romans. After the 7th century, Islamic architecture developed in the region under a succession of dynasties and empires. In the late 19th century French colonial rule introduced European architecture, and modern architecture became common in the second half of the 20th century. The southern regions of the country are also home to diverse examples of local vernacular architecture used by the Berber (Amazigh) population.