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Bounoura

Bounoura is one of the five inhabited ksour of the M’Zab. Its streets and clustered homes form part of a shared urban landscape, where palm groves and water help explain the life of each settlement.

Narrow streets and traditional architecture in Beni Isguen.
Photo by Camille Gillet Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
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What makes it special

  • Add another perspective to the group of M’Zab ksour.
  • Notice how clustered homes relate to the palm-grove landscape.
Bounoura
Photo by Camille Gillet Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
Bounoura
Photo by Camille Gillet Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
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Bounoura

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Panoramic view of the historic Ghardaïa ksar in the M’Zab Valley.

M’Zab Valley visits begin with five ksour and local guidance

Ghardaïa, Beni Isguen, Melika, Bounoura and El Atteuf form a living urban landscape. The key is to organise your visit with a local guide, enough time and respect for local rules.

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Profile updated: 29/09/2026