Timimoun (Arabic: ﺗﻴﻤﻴﻤﻮن) is a city in the Saharan region of Algeria. With its stunning buildings, picturesque streets, and beautiful sunsets, Timimoun is the perfect destination for travellers looking to explore a truly unique destination deep in the Saharan desert.
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The town is known for the red ochre color of its buildings. 1 Ksar Draa. Historic desert fort, built around 1100 AD. (updated Aug 2021)
The Sebkha circuit. This trip has some of the best sights to offer in Algeria. It includes a trip to an old Ksar (castle) which has a network of caves underneath - still used by villagers to escape the extreme heat in the summer months. The route continues along the edge of the cliff with breathtaking views of the Sahara - arid land, flat-top hills, oases and of course the sand dunes. The trip may include a picnic lunch in one of the oasis villages, a trip to see the rose de sable and a jaunt on the sand dunes.
The most significant danger in Timimoun is the hot, scorching, extreme weather; Timimoun's location in the Saharan Desert means that the city has a hot desert climate. During the summers (June-Aug), temperatures can go as high as 45-50°C. Hydrate often and wear appropriate clothing to deal with the heat.
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In Oct, Timimoun typically sees ~34°C daytime highs and 2 rainy days.
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