From Dar Maslul to the Citadel is 3 stages, and Mount Aurès. Piece 4 is said to be connected, from Mount Thorn in the west, which is a statement of uncertain origin. Its length is about 13 days, and its waters are abundant and its settlements are continuous, and it is known for its pride and its dominance over the neighboring peoples. From the city of Tine to the city of N are two stages, and the city of Nafous, small, with many trees and gardens, and most of its fruits are dates. From it, provisions are prepared for the surrounding areas. It has a standing market and many livelihoods. From Nafous to Al-Masila is 4 stages, and to Fil is 3. From the city of Nafous also to Hisn Biskra are two stages, which is a strong fortress on a rocky hill, with high ground, and it has a market and settlements. It also has, from the river, every strange and rare thing. From it to Hisn Bades, which is at the foot of Mount Aurès, is 3 stages. It is a prosperous fortress inhabited by its people. The Arabs own its land and prevent its people from leaving it except with a safe-conduct from one of its men. From it to the city of Al-Masila is 4 miles. To the east of the city, the Citadel of Bani Hammad is the city of Milad, which is 4 stages from it. The city of Milad is beautiful, with many trees, abundant fruits, and its advantages are apparent. Its waters are abundant. Its people are a mixture of Berbers, and the Arabs control its outskirts. It was in a state that impressed Al-Aziz, the owner of Bajniya. From it, to the east, to Fustatiyah Al-Hawa is 18 miles, and between them is a mountain called Al-Zaf. The city of Al-Mustatinah is prosperous and has