Atar Travel Guide
Adrar Market Town
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Atar is one of the largest towns in northern Mauritania. It is also an important market centre attracting numerous nomads looking to sell their products and travellers passing through whilst exploring the dramatic Adrar region.
Although little of Atar's traditional architecture remains following devastating floods and heavy rain in the early 1990's, Atar does have an impressive irrigation system. With a French fort dating back to World War 2 and a ksar with narrow streets, Atar also has a few things to see.
Attractions in Atar
As a base from which travellers can explore the surrounding Adrar region, there are many attractions close to town including stone circles which lie 10 km to the north, or Azougui, some 15 km to the northwest. Even Chinguetti could be visited on a day trip for travellers short on time (though it wouldn't do it justice).
Activities in Atar
Camel trekking and walking in the Sahara are all popular activities from Atar. 4WD desert safaris through pristine and spectacular wilderness are the major draw. Hot air ballooning may be available locally.
Relaxing
Find a local café and watch local life go by in a typical Mauritanian desert town.
Getting Around
Atar can be explored on foot, though your own private transport is useful for getting around between accommodation and markets.
Atar Reviews
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Monday, 17th December 2007
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Atar town made a great spot to get some much-needed cold drinks, snacks etc for our journey into the Atar region - in both directions. It's a compact place with a relaxed air about it, but a busy busting market. You actually see other tourists here - a rarity on our trip otherwise.
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Mike Fox
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