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  1. Carthage - Wikipedia

    Carthage[a] (Arabic: قرطاج, Qarṭāj ⓘ) was an ancient city in Northern Africa, on the eastern side of the Lake of Tunis in what is now Tunisia. Carthage was one of the most important trading hubs of the …

  2. Carthage | History, Location, & Facts | Britannica

    Dec 5, 2025 · Carthage, great city of antiquity on the north coast of Africa, now a residential suburb of the city of Tunis, Tunisia. According to tradition, Carthage was founded by the Phoenicians of Tyre in …

  3. Carthage - World History Encyclopedia

    May 29, 2020 · Carthage was a Phoenician city-state on the coast of North Africa (the site of modern-day Tunis) which, prior the conflict with Rome known as the Punic Wars (264-146 BCE), was the …

  4. Carthage: A Guide to the Ancient City’s Ruins in Tunisia

    Modern Carthage is a residential suburb (population 26,000) of Tunis, the capital of Tunisia. But in its heyday, the seaside town was the seat of the Carthaginians, whose North African empire...

  5. Archaeological Site of Carthage - UNESCO World Heritage Centre

    Carthage was founded in the 9th century B.C. on the Gulf of Tunis. From the 6th century onwards, it developed into a great trading empire covering much of the Mediterranean and was home to a …

  6. The Ancient City of Carthage

    Feb 26, 2025 · Carthage was one of the most powerful and influential cities of the ancient world, known for its rich history, extensive trade networks, and formidable military strength. Founded by …

  7. The history of Carthage

    Discover the fascinating history of Carthage, an ancient Phoenician city-state that thrived as a major Mediterranean power. Explore its founding, economic prosperity, political structure, and epic wars …

  8. Carthage - National Geographic Society

    Oct 19, 2023 · Carthage was an ancient Phoenician city located on the northern coast of Africa. Its name means “new city” or “new town.” Before the rise of ancient Rome, Carthage was the most …

  9. The History of Ancient Carthage: The Rise and Fall of a Mediterranean ...

    Jul 4, 2025 · Explore Ancient Carthage: a Mediterranean superpower whose epic rise, influential trade, and bitter fall left enduring marks on history.

  10. A guide to exploring Carthage - Lonely Planet

    Dec 23, 2024 · Discover the ancient ruins of Carthage, a legendary city in northern Africa. Explore its empirical history and stunning views overlooking the Gulf of Tunis.