Taounate Province

The administrative region spans 5,585 square kilometers across the southern Rif Mountains, featuring valleys, gorges, and agricultural landscapes at 566 meters elevation.

Originally settled by three tribes - Meziah, Jaia, and Rghiwa - who migrated from the Zerhoun region near Meknès during the 12th century Almohad period.

The province maintains strong Jbala traditions, with local craftwork including basket weaving in Moulay Bouchta, woodworking in Bni Oulid, and pottery in Aslas.

The province contains 1,600 villages with a population of 632,000 residents, experiencing Mediterranean climate patterns with cold winters and varying rainfall from north to south.

The region produces specialized Mtioua figs, along with cherries, pears, apples, and olives, celebrated during the annual Festival of Figs organized by agricultural authorities.

Location: Fès-Meknès

Capital city: Taounate

Shares border with: Taza Province, Sefrou Province, Moulay Yacoub Province

GPS coordinates: 34.53583,-4.64000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:18