Convention on the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage

This stamp commemorates the inclusion of the Medina of Tunis on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Hatem El Mekki's illustration uses strong symbolism: a protective hand (the Khamsa) contains the architectural jewels of the old city, notably the minaret of the Zitouna mosque and the domes of marabouts. Below, a craftsman at work evokes the economic life and artistic crafts that have enlivened the souks for centuries. This stamp carries a message of pride and collective responsibility for the safeguarding of an exceptional urban and human heritage.