GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Atlas Mountains
The Atlas system extends across Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. Its ranges separate wetter maritime margins from much drier interior and Saharan environments.
Fast Facts
- The High Atlas is in Morocco.
- Jebel Toubkal, 4,167 metres, is Morocco’s highest summit.
- Mediterranean-facing areas receive much of their rain in winter.
Connected lessons
- Atlas MountainsMap, explanation and practice
- From Sahara to Sahel and savannaGuided exploration
Geographical connections
- Jebel ToubkalRelated places
- Sahara DesertRelated places
- Strait of GibraltarRelated places
- MarrakechRelated places