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  • The traditional architecture in the M'zab Valley was a real response to the needs of the natural community and a direct reflection of its lifestyle, nature of activities, environmental requirements, individual and collective life practices within the intellectual system and its natural framework. Therefore, we do not find any part in this architecture that does not serve a specific function or symbolize a certain goal, considering that all material production in this society is a homogeneous and harmonious expression between needs, aspirations, goals, religious values, organizations and interactive social relationships with nature and climatic factors. Thus, architectural production in general and traditional housing in M'zab specifically testify to all these values and ideas manifested in their patterns, plans, units and architectural elements, It was necessary to study the impact of these social organizations and practices on the traditional dwelling in M'zab, considering it as a fundamental urban unit in shaping its palaces and a real product that reflects the values and ideas of this society. And since the dwelling is part of this human production, its relationship with social practice is a strong and organic relationship.

  • Traditional wells in desert areas and especially in M'zab region are of great importance due to their vital role in providing water to the population and revitalizing agricultural lands with a unique and sophisticated irrigation system, facilitated by traditional religious and customary systems. Their maintenance and restoration ensure their continuity and preservation of these strategic and important structures, as well as our human heritage and values, so that the message reaches future generations, God willing.

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