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Taghit Petroglyphs
A set of ancient rock engravings that date back to the Neolithic period.
In the village of Zaouia Tahtania, 18 kilometers south of the famous ksour (ancient mud village) of Taghit lies an ancient art gallery. Drawings of antelopes, ostriches, giraffes, gazelles, camels, horses, and elephants sit alongside geometric symbols and depictions of the human form on the rocks scattered on the slope of an arid hill.
The petroglyphs are estimated to date back about 10,000 years ago or during the Neolithic period. The rock carvings here symbolize the wild animals that once lived in this part of the world.
The rock paintings are challenging to find thus the need for the local guides. The guides will also be able to provide more information and historical context on your visit.
Know Before You Go
The village of Zaouia Tahtania lies 18 km from Taghit which is the jumping point for exploration of the area. Taghit itselt is an hour drive from the city of Bechar which is accessible by train/flights/buses from Oran. Bechar has direct flights from the capital city of Algiers.
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