Ruines de Sijilmassa

Located near Er-Rissani, the ruins of Sijilmassa are the remains of a legendary city founded in the 8th century. Once the capital of the Tafilalet region, Sijilmassa was one of the most important trade hubs in North Africa, connecting Morocco to sub-Saharan Africa via trans-Saharan caravan routes. It thrived through trade in gold, salt, and slaves. Today, collapsed walls, building foundations, and remnants of mosques are all that remain, standing as silent witnesses to its former glory. This major archaeological site attracts history enthusiasts and offers a journey back in time in the heart of the Moroccan desert.