A veritable island
The island of Qureia is located 18 km east of the coastline of Monastir in Tunisia. It consists of the large island of Qureia, which is about 5.3 km long and 2 km wide. It covers about 270 hectares, and the smaller, or so-called rabbit island. They are both a unique tourist destination for those looking for a relaxing and relaxing environment, exotic surroundings, diving enthusiasts, swimming, sea exploration, golden sands and fresh silver water.
The islands are considered to be an important historical resource for natural and cultural resources, along the lines of the Tunisian islands of Zammara and Galata, as well as the beauty of its fascinating nature. Historical evidence indicates that the islands of Qureia witnessed the oldest human presence in the Carthaginian and Islamic periods, Monastir and the borders of the island of Koria, and in the Carthaginian and Roman era had a watchtower, a defensive zone and a haven for commercial vessels, while the reserve is still a virgin until now, and there are no excavations yet.
Geological and biological diversity
The island is geologically significant and has a very low altitude. The highest point is about 5 m above sea level. The islands are an important element of the land and sea biodiversity of the country and a large ecological system. It is a major station for rare migratory birds and a place for nesting. Some of which are home to different species of algae and rare plants, such as: the bosidonia plant that protects the islands from erosion, the ecosygene plant, which is the source of diverse fish species, and is home to rare endangered marine animals, Where the nesting period ranges from the beginning of June to the end of September under the auspices of the Coastal Protection and Development Agency in cooperation with the National Institute of Marine Science and Technology and the Regional Activity Center for Specially Protected Areas Since 1997.
Tourist maps on the island
Many regular cruises run from Marina Munster to Kureia Islands from local visitors and are a magnet for many foreign groups for tourism and recreation in the region.
The Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development of Tunisia are working to implement plans to exploit the island tourism, develop and protect the island, and prepare it to become a natural marine reserve through economic and social activities that are environmentally friendly, rationalize consumption and preserve natural resources, In order to discover natural resources, identify their natural and marine properties to preserve them, and prevent indiscriminate erection in the nesting areas of girls and marine reptiles, where they trample the eggs and chicks of plants and reptiles, dumping of waste and pollution of water, The establishment of a point of protection and naval guards to maintain the safety of tourists, and the prevention of slums, which will create many employment opportunities for citizens, and will make it a special kiss for foreign tourists, and local visitors alike.