Zagora

The Museum of Arts and Traditions of the Draa Valley, situated within the historic Ksar Tissergate near Zagora, offers an immersive journey into the cultural heritage of southeastern Morocco. Housed in a 16th-century fortified village, the museum showcases a rich collection of artifacts that depict the daily life, customs, and traditions of the Berber and Tuareg communities of the Draa Valley.

M’Hamid El Ghizlane, often simply called M’Hamid, is a remote oasis town in southeastern Morocco, situated at the edge of the Sahara Desert and approximately 24 km from the Algerian border.Known as the "Plain of Gazelles," it marks the end of the Draa Valley and the last settlement before the vast dunes of Erg Chigaga.

The Zaouïa Naciriain Tamegroute is one of the most important religious and cultural centers in southern Morocco. Founded in the 17th century by the Naciri family, this spiritual complex played a central role in spreading Islamic teachings and literacy throughout the Draa Valley and beyond.

The Tinfou Dunes, located just 5 km south of Zagora, are often called the “gateway dunes” of the Sahara. These golden sand dunes rise unexpectedly from the rocky desert landscape, offering a first glimpse of the vast Sahara for travelers who may not have time to venture deep into the desert. Though not as large as Erg Chigaga or Merzouga, Tinfou is easily accessible and still delivers an unforgettable desert experience.

The Zagora Desert, in southeastern Morocco, offers a peaceful and authentic alternative to the more touristic Merzouga dunes. While the nearby dunes like Tinfou and Erg Chigaga are smaller, the experience is just as magical—ideal for travelers seeking calm, culture, and a taste of the real Sahara. Zagora is famously marked by the sign “Timbuktu 52 days,” a nod to the ancient camel caravan routes.

Tamegroute is a historic village nestled in Morocco's Draa Valley, just south of Zagora.Its name, meaning "last place before the desert" in Amazigh, reflects its role as a final stop for caravans journeying into the Sahara.