25 Deserted Film Sets Frozen in Hollywood History

17. Ksar Ouled Soltane, Tunisia: Real-World Tatooine Slave Quarters

Beyond the purpose-built domed homes, George Lucas utilized existing historical structures in Tunisia for Star Wars. The magnificent Ksar Ouled Soltane, a centuries-old Berber fortified granary with its distinctive stacked, vaulted ghorfas (storage rooms), became the striking backdrop for the slave quarters of Mos Espa in "The Phantom Menace." This stunning, multi-story adobe structure is not a decaying set but a well-preserved historical monument. Visitors can explore its unique architecture and feel instantly transported to Anakin Skywalker's early life, offering an authentic and awe-inspiring piece of cinematic and cultural history.