Mansoura

medieval city, Algeria

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significance to Tlemcen

  • Tlemcen, Algeria
    In Tlemcen

    …established the fortified camp of Mansoura 1.5 miles (2.4 km) west of Tlemcen as a base from which to besiege the town. Tlemcen was periodically besieged by the Marīnids throughout the 14th century, but during times of truce the rulers of the town worked on its architectural adornment and developed…

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