Hammamet: The Tunisian Riviera

This pretty face was a rare find in the busy Medina of Hammamet, Tunisia. It was close to sun down and we were making our way to the museum when she stood out like an angel in my path.

She looked deep into my lens and smiled quietly while her parents looked on. At first I thought she might ask me for money. But, no. She was just as interested in what I was doing as I was in getting a photo of her.

Hammamet is a stone-walled tourist town on the Mediterranean, popular especially among Europeans. The souks (street shopping) sell souvenirs and pottery but beware that many merchants are pushy, even aggressive and rarely take no for an answer. I, for one, do not like to barter so I passed by ignoring their pleas and pressure.

To get to this legendary seaside fortress our driver took one of the world's oldest trade roads, a route dating back to 2000 years. Hammamet is also considered one of the best beach resorts as well. It's perfect for suntanning, beach-combing and people watching - as you'll easily notice if you're a girl.