Timimoun
A charming red oasis in the heart of the desert, famous for its dark red mud-brick architecture, its salt lake (sebkha), and its vast palm groves.
Timimoun: The Magic of the Red Oasis
Timimoun is an architectural poem in the desert. Its old ksars (fortified villages) built of red mud blend perfectly with the surrounding sand dunes. It is an invitation to tranquility and contemplation of the desert's beauty.
Our Suggested Itinerary in Timimoun
Day 1: Arrival and Ksar Exploration
- Arrival at a traditional guesthouse.
- A tour of the old ksar of Timimoun and its covered alleys.
- Watch the sunset over the salt lake.
Day 2: Oases and Foggaras
- A trip to the nearby Ighzer oasis and its fortified ksar.
- Learn about the ingenious traditional water distribution system, the "foggara".
- A traditional music evening (Ahellil).
Note: The experience of staying in Timimoun is unique and makes you feel like you are in the tales of a Thousand and One Nights.