“The Legacy of Carthage” exhibition ～A Journey Across the Mediterranean～

Tunisia, often referred to as the jewel box of the Mediterranean, is widely known for its picturesque labyrinth of white edifices in the old Islamic town of Medina to the endless sands of the Sahara desert. In this land, from ancient times, peoples and cultures confronted and integrated to create a unique heritage rich in diversity and individuality.
Two thousand and eight hundred years ago the Phoenicians founded the city of Carthage which became one of the most significant ports of trade for routes in the Mediterranean Sea. Thanks to the advanced knowledge of maritime trade, Carthage under the Phoenicians reached its zenith however conflict over superiority in Mediterranean trade led to fierce battles with Rome. History tells of the heroism of Hannibal and the ultimate tragedy that befell Carthage at the end of the Punic Wars. Miraculously, the glory of Carthage does not end here. Under the rule of the Romans, Carthage once again flourishes not only commercially but culturally. The city is reborn as one of the most refined and opulent cities in the Roman Empire. The intricate mosaics that adorned the city are just one of the many witnesses of an age of art and elegance.
“The Legacy of Carthage” exhibition will trace the legacy of Carthage from the Punic Era to the Romans through precious artworks on loan from the National Museums in Tunisia including a collection of mosaics reputed to be the finest in the world.

About 159 archeological pieces, mosaics, statues, ancient pottery, jewelry, will be presented in several Japanese cities, during one year and a half. They were more than 40.000 visitors at Sendai City Museum from June 12th to August 16th as the first venue.

It is my great pleasure to inform you that the Exhibition will be in Tokyo from October 3rd to 25th 2009, at Daimaru Museum.

For further information please visit the web site: http://www.karutago-roma.jp

Best regards,

ATN Founders

Beginning !!!!

First of all, this idea was hunting us (Youssef,Achref and Meriem)since we became intresting in japan and and the rich culture of this country, the country of the rising sun
we created this blog, as a begining of a a little dream,we are trying to build a little bridge of ours that can link tunisians and japanese together, by creating this assocaition by the two us and i hope it's just the begining, i wish to recrute more memebers to make this work, even if it's still on paper for the moment
but we are trying to make this come true, and make this assocation knowledged
for now, we only need support from everyone intrested
i think this so called "japan-fan" community in tunisia must let's say the word "be united" under this flag, to show their passion over something, to show the others this magnificent culture, anyway, it's jsut the begining , i wish i can attract more people to support this assocation, and make it true !!!


Best regard,
ATN Founders