Mosque of the Seven Sleepers

The white stone mosque stands on an elevated position in the Tataouine region, surrounded by traditional Berber settlements and desert landscapes.

The mosque dates back to early Islamic presence in North Africa and contains seven large tombs measuring approximately four meters in length.

Local residents maintain traditions connected to the Quranic story of young men who slept in a cave for centuries before awakening.

Visitors can reach the mosque by following marked paths from Tataouine city, with guided tours available through local tourism offices.

The cemetery features extraordinarily long tombs, which local narratives explain as the result of bodies growing during their centuries of sleep.

Location: Tataouine Governorate

GPS coordinates: 32.90984,10.27493

Latest update: May 24, 2025 01:48