Sous, Geographic region in southern Morocco.
Sous is a geographic region in southern Morocco that stretches across a fertile valley between the High Atlas and Anti-Atlas mountains. The area extends from the Atlantic coast inland and is fed by several rivers and waterways that support the landscape.
In medieval times, Arab geographers described the area as two separate sections called al-Sus al-Aqsa and al-Sus al-Adna. The city of Igli served as an important administrative center during this period.
This region has been home to Shilha Berber populations for centuries, with their daily lives closely tied to farming and local crafts. You can see their influence in how crops are grown, at the markets, and in the way communities are organized.
The best time to explore is between October and March, when the weather is mild and farming activities are in full swing. Small villages and markets offer a direct look at local life and harvest work.
The Sous River creates an alluvial plain through its waterway system that is shielded from hot desert winds by surrounding mountain ranges. This special location allows for farming on a scale that would be impossible elsewhere in the region.
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