Tamegroute

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. Renowned for its distinctive green-glazed pottery, Tamegroute's ceramics are crafted using traditional methods passed down through generations.Artisans utilize local clay, copper oxide, and natural pigments, firing their creations in ancient kilns fueled by palm wood.The result is a unique, earthy green hue that has become emblematic of the village's artisanal heritage. Beyond its pottery, Tamegroute is home to the Zaouia Naciria, a 17th-century Sufi religious complex.This site houses one of Morocco's oldest libraries, containing thousands of manuscripts on subjects ranging from theology and astronomy to medicine and poetry.Visitors can explore this rich repository of knowledge, gaining insight into the village's spiritual and educational significance.