Tunisia is a country in North Africa located on the Mediterranean coast and bordering the Sahara Desert. The Bardo National Museum in Tunis, the capital, displays archaeological pieces ranging from Roman mosaics to Islamic art. The Medina neighborhood, with its bustling souk, surrounds the imposing Zitouna Mosque. To the east, on the site of the ancient city of Carthage, are the Antonine Baths and other ruins, as well as the Carthage National Museum with its numerous artifacts.