Chemtou is the site of the Numidian, later Roman city of Simitthu, or Simithas. Simitthu was famous for its marble, which has a lively play of orange, red, yellow and pink colours.
The exploitation of marble began on site in the second century and was operated by the Roman emperors. The situation of the area, not far from Medjerda, allowed for mass production for export.
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