Zaouia of Sidi Sahab

This extensive zaouia, about 1.5km northwest of the medina, houses the tomb of Abu Zama el-Belaoui, a sahab (companion) of the Prophet Mohammed. He was known as the barber because he always carried three hairs from the Prophet's beard with him, and the zaouia is sometimes referred to as the Mosque of the Barber. While the original mausoleum dates back to the 7th century AD, most of what stands today was added at the end of the 17th century.

The additions include a funduq to house pilgrims, a medersa (Quranic school) and a mosque. Entry to the zaouia is with the multiple-site ticket. The entrance is along an unusually decorative marble passageway that leads to a stunning white central courtyard. Sidi Sahab's mausoleum is in the northwestern corner, topped by a cupola added in 1629. Non-Muslims are not permitted to enter. The small room on the opposite side of the courtyard contains the tomb of the architect of the Great Mosque.