Tucked away within the verdant folds of rolling hills, fifteen kilometers southeast of Asilah, in the very heart of Morocco, lies a hidden gem, known as the M'soura Stone Circle, or Mzoura. Majestic monoliths, some as tall as ancient sentinels, others as low as wise old guardians, encircle a hill, a mute witness to the events of times long gone. Among these stones, one stands above the rest, the fabled El Uted, standing more than five meters high.
It is said that the mighty giant Antaeus lies here, in a slumber that never ends, a testament perhaps to the power and magic that permeates this sacred place. In January of 2025, the M'soura Stone Circle was registered on the Moroccan National Heritage List, a treasure trove of history, offering glimpses into the origins of the Kingdom of Mauretania. It is not just an archaeological site, but a living, breathing fairy tale, waiting for the adventurous traveler to unlock the secrets it holds.
Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons
Written by Mutabor
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