Agrour is the site of of ancient history, dating back to before the days of agriculture and even the Sahara. Rock paintings, protected from sunlight in a geological formation, depict a time when the are was lush with water and grasses, and teeming with wildlife like giraffes, and water buffalo. The paintings have survived thousands of years in the desert Sahara, and tell stories of an immensely different time in Africa.

The Capital of the Adrar Atar is the commerce center of the Adrar region, and is well-known for its market. It has an iconic rotary in the center, and also has a museum for the region. Visitors will enjoy the local shops, and find that it is a great place to buy a djellaba or […]

A large producer of dates, the Oasis of M’hereth is the residence of many Mauritania villagers who have access to its fresh water and lush fruits.

The Oasis of Terjit was rejuvenated in the 1970’s and serves as a great place for respite from the desert. Fresh mineral water drips from the plateau edges here, and a swimming pool welcomes visitors.

Singing Dunes are unique dunes that produce a loud, echoing sound when people slide down them. It’s a naturally occurring phenomenon that only exists in this place.

Nestled in the Adrar Plateau, Ouadane is one of the four ancient Mauritanian cities. It was a destination on the trans-Saharan trade route and the closest city to the Richat Structure.

The World’s Second-Largest Stone The Ben Amera Monolith is the second largest solid stone in the world, rising 633m (2027ft) above the desert plane (Uluru in Australia being the first). It is a popular destination for photographers and artists, due to its unannounced eruption from the horizon from an otherwise flat area. This giant stone […]

The longest single-rail train in the world! It carries mostly iron on a daily basis, and travels between Zouérat (where the mine is) to Nouadhibou, our commerce capital.

The Richat Structure is a prominent geological formation in the Adrar region northwest of Ouadane. It is often used as a frame of reference for astronauts in orbit.

Chinguetti is an ancient medieval trading center just east of Atar, in the heart of the Adrar region. It is one of four ancient Mauritanian cities, and easily accessible.