Tattooine is a place on earth
Whilst travelling it soon becomes normal to find yourself amongst ancient ruins that, with a little imagination, could transport you back to Roman times. Or let yourself get caught up in the maelstrom of a foreign souk, religious ceremony or some other alien experience.
Then you get to southern Tunisia and find yourself in a town called Matmata, which is very close to another small town - Tataouine. Those familiar with George Lucas' penchant for thinly masking his inspirations might recognise this name as being remarkably similar to Luke Skywalker's home planet - Tatooine.
It's the first time I've been transported to another planet on my travels, hopefully it's not the last.
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cool I never knew that.
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