Zitouna
Zitouna refers to the Al-Zaytuna Mosque in the medina of Tunis, Tunisia, and to the historic educational tradition associated with it, often called Al-Zaytuna University. The name Zitouna comes from the Arabic al-zaytuna, meaning the olive tree or olive grove, a reference linked to the site's surroundings.
Al-Zaytuna Mosque is one of North Africa’s oldest mosques and has long served as a religious, educational,
The educational tradition at Zitouna evolved into what is commonly described as Al-Zaytuna University, one of
In modern times, Zitouna has undergone reform and renovation while preserving its historic role. Today, it remains