Rehabilitation of the Collective Granary of Ighir Ifrane and its Surroundings

The Iguidar, the plural form of Agadir, represents collective granaries that form an integral part of the historical and cultural heritage specific to the Souss-Massa region, particularly within the Anti-Atlas Mountains and the oases bordering the Sahara. These community structures exemplify the architectural expertise and craftsmanship of their builders.

In recent decades, several collective granaries have evolved into cultural attractions for both national and international tourists, particularly those situated along routes leading to significant tourist sites in the hinterland of the Souss-Massa region, including Tafraout, Taroudant, Taliouine, and the oases of Tata.

Agadir Ighir Ifrane, a prominent Iguidar in Souss Massa, is positioned within the commune of IdaOugnidif in Chtouka Ait Baha Province, approximately 35 km from Ait Baha and 62 km from Tafraout. Constructed of stone, it comprises two rows of 90 rooms flanking a 50-meter-long corridor, spanning three floors. This tourist site and its surroundings have undergone extensive restoration due to a partnership agreement between SDRT Souss-Massa, the Regional Council of Souss-Massa, the Municipality of IdaOugnidif, the Regional Directorate of Culture, the Center for Conservation and Rehabilitation of Architectural Heritage of Atlas and Sub-Atlas Zones (CERKAS), and the Agadir Ighir Ifrane Association.