Magra, a town and commune in the M'Sila Province of Algeria, has a rich and diverse history that spans Roman, Islamic, and modern eras.

Archaeological evidence, including the site of Hancher Ramada, points to Roman-era ruins such as fortifications, public buildings, and possibly a forum, reflecting the town's integration into the Roman urban and economic network.

The town's prominence declined after the Roman period, particularly following the Vandal and Byzantine invasions, but its legacy endured through its archaeological remains.

He described Magra as a city with many forts, inhabited by a mix of Bani Debba, Ajam, and Berber tribes, including the children of Negroes.

The geographer Yaqut al-Hamawi also referenced Magra, noting its proximity to the Beni Hammad Fort and its location along the armed Sultan road.

The town's natural resources and fertile lands made it a vital center in the region, and it continued to thrive under Islamic rule.

Municipality is located in the north-eastern side of the Shatt al-Hodna basin, surrounded by Magra network and Bouchaara that belong to the mountain range known as the "Hodna Heights" with an altitude of 800 to 1000 m. Affected by a Mediterranean climate semi-continental climate, hot dry summers, cool rainy winter, a height above sea level of about 600 m. Monthly rainfall up to a maximum ratio between the months of November and March In up to 50% of the total rainfall.

Temperature according to studies presented by the International Organization for feeding that took place on the shore of Hodna area, the monthly rate up to 18.6 degrees and the average annual rainfall 415 mm.