Azougi

#27 among destinations in Mauritania

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Azougui was a town in north western Mauritania, lying on the Adrar Plateau, north west of Atar. In the eleventh century it was the first capital of the Almoravid dynasty, who conquered a territory stretching from the Ghana Empire to Morocco and the Iberian Peninsula. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 20°34'2"N, 13°6'40"W

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Azougi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Atar.

5 miSE
Town
Atar
129 min walk • One of the main attractions in Atar is the Terjit Oasis, a picturesque spot where visitors can relax and take in the natural beauty of the surrounding palm trees and cool, refreshing pools. The nearby Guelb er Richat, also known as the "Eye of the Sahara," is a...