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The coastal Oran are two large stages, and Fez is three stages. This is because you go out from Tlemcen to Wadi Waru, and you descend there, and between them is one stage. From there to the village of Tanit, you descend there, and it is one stage. From this Arab village to the city of Oran. Oran is close to the seashore, and it has a strong earthen wall. It has foul markets, many crafts, and extensive trade. It faces the city of Almeria on the coast of Andalusia, and the distance between them is two journeys. From it comes most of the provisions for the coast of Andalusia. It has a small port at its gate that does not shelter anything. Two miles from it is the large port, where large boats and traveling ships dock. This port shelters from all winds and has no equal among the ports of the sea coast in the land of the Berbers. Its inhabitants drink from a stream that flows to it from the land. It has orchards and gardens, and it has abundant fruits, the best of which are in the highlands. Honey is available there, as are ghee and butter. Cattle and sheep are cheap there for a small price. Andalusian boats come to it in various numbers. Its people have generosity, self-respect, and brotherhood. The journey from the city of Ténès to Msila in the land of Banu Hammad in the Middle Maghreb: You go out from the city of Ténès to Banu Wazlufin, one stage. It is in rugged mountains and connected high peaks. Banu Wazlufin is a large village with vineyards and gardens that have canals. They plant onions, lettuce, henna, and cumin on them. It has many vineyards, most of which are on the Chelif River. From Ténès to Chelif is two stages. From Banu Wazlufin to Al-Khadra is one stage. It is a small, fortified city on a small river with connected buildings, vineyards, and abundant quince. It has a market and a bath. Its market is where people from that region gather. From Al-Khadra to the city of Miliana is one stage. It is an ancient city, well-situated, with fertile lands.