Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company has announced the commencement of construction works on its first luxury resort project in Tunisia.
The $80m Tozeur Desert Resort in the oasis city of Tozeurin south west Tunisia will be a major contributor to the country’s tourism sector, Diar said.
Spanning over 40 hectares, the resort will boast 60 independent suites overlooking a natural salt lake, conference facilities, retail areas, spa and sports facilities, an amphitheatre and an Arabic-themed cultural village. 
“Visitors to the desert resort will experience a unique mix of Arabic desert culture and an array of high-end restaurants and entertainment facilities amidst abundant natural beauty,” the developer said.
