El Haouaria is on the northernmost tip of Cap Bon located under the Sidi Abioud Mountain. It is a fairly sleepy coastal village of around 9,000 residents with a very remote air about it. Near the city there are unspoilt beaches of Ras el Drek on the southern side, and some impressive cliffs. The Roman named El Haouaria āā Aqualariaāā which means ācountry of eaglesā. The coastal caves, 4 km northwest where cut into stones parts by the Phoenicians, who build Kerkouana, Carthage, and El Jem with it. The area is a popular resting place for migrating birds and the rugged rocky coastline is ideal for the breeding of falcons. There is also a three-day falconry festival is held in the Nadi el Bayazara Falconry Centre in El Haouaria.
The main sights in the area are: Jebel Aboid who has a peak of 390m, and on top you have an amazing bird watching spot, view of the sheer cliffs, and a stark blue sea. Of course the complex of the caves that stretches for almost 1 km along the coast is truly impressive. Ras El Drek is a lovely and romantic with sand beach, backed by nice villas.
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