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Western Sahara
Smara
Mosquée Cheikh Maelainin

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Mosquée Cheikh Maelainin

Zawiy Maalainin

Smara, Western Sahara

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Remains of a stone fortress, which enclosed a mosque. This is what is left after Sahrawi rebellions against Spanish and French colonial rule.

Map of Mosquée Cheikh Maelainin

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Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Smara" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Visitor information

Directions: in the center of the city
GPS coordinates: 26.74230, -11.68010

Details as listed in the travel guide. Opening hours and prices change, so check before you go.Listing last checked June 14, 2019

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