Tlemcen, known as the 'Pearl of the Maghreb,' is renowned for its magnificent Islamic architecture including the Great Mosque built in 1136 and the stunning Sidi Boumediene complex. The city served as the capital of the Zayyanid dynasty and flourished as a center of Islamic scholarship, Sufism, and Andalusian culture from the 13th to 15th centuries. Today, Tlemcen maintains its strong Islamic heritage through its vibrant Muslim community, traditional madrasas, and beautifully preserved Islamic monuments that reflect centuries of Islamic civilization.