The Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif, in Rissani near Merzouga, honours the founder of Morocco's ruling Alaouite dynasty, which has held the throne since the 17th century. An important pilgrimage and historical site in the Tafilalt region, it draws visitors tracing the roots of the current royal family alongside the nearby ruins of Sijilmasa.
Part of your guide to Marzouga, Morocco.