One Of The Oldest Banking Systems In The World

The Igudar, located in Agadir, Morocco, are remarkable remnants of one of the world's oldest banking systems. These ancient communal granaries, also known as "agadir" or "igoudar," served the Amazigh (Berber) people as secure storage facilities for grain and other vital resources. In the video, viewers are introduced to these historical structures, highlighting their robust stone walls and intricate design, which provided not only a safeguard against thieves and environmental factors but also a central repository for communal wealth and sustenance. The Igudar's enduring presence offers a fascinating glimpse into the ingenuity and social organization of the Berber civilization.

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The Igudar, located in Agadir, Morocco, represent one of the oldest known banking systems in the world. These structures, also known as "agadir" or "igoudar" (plural of "agadir"), are ancient communal granaries used by the Amazigh (Berber) people. pic.twitter.com/G9nmfu5W9z

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