Ait Ben Haddou
Ait Ben Haddou is one of the most well preserved and famous ksars (kasbahs) in Morocco. Located in the southeast of the country, it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 which was an important point along the caravan route and a great strategic point controlling the route between Timboktou and the imperial cities of Marrakech, Fez and Meknes. Due to its unique architecture and incredibly magical ambience, the Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou has become a film set for many famous movies, for example Laurence of Arabia, Diamond of the Nile, Jesus of Nazareth, Game of Thrones, Gladiator and others. Today, the ksar is one of the most interesting and breathtaking places to visit in Morocco, and the most attractive stop for its architecture and its beautiful surroundings.
Ouarzazate
The name of Ouarzazate is derived from the Berber words “ouar,” which means without, and “zazate,” meaning noise. Ouarzazate is best known for its film studios, earning it the name Africa’s Hollywood and making it a top film destination in the Middle East and North Africa region. Film-makers choose to film their pictures here, not only because of its desert landscapes, studios, Kasbah, and qualified film technicians, but also because of the quality of light. The sunlight is so radiant and dazzling in Ouarzazate. The city continues to be one of the biggest tourist attractions in Morocco, with its attractive elements such as large mountains, oases, dunes, deserts, and alluring kasbahs and ksours that astonish visitors with their historic designs.
Skoura
Skoura is an impeccable escape from the hustle and bustle of the busy cities in Morocco and also an opportunity to unwind and discover a unique side of this exotic country. The village is a beautiful oasis filled with fig, olive trees, and date palms that provide great views of the Atlas Mountains alongside deserted landscapes. Somehow, time stops in Skoura watching locals riding mules and listening to the echoes from the oasis. You immediately immerse yourself in silence. You feel the remoteness, a feeling many of us want to have while staying in such places. Explore some of the oldest Kasbahs in the area and visit the Kasbah Amridil – a Medieval kasbah that will transport you back to time to the 17th century, with its beautiful red walls, offering a great opportunity to learn more about how the people once lived in the Kasbah 300 years ago. In Skoura, most of the residents are farmers. Interacting with the oasis and its ecosystems are necessary and an important part of their daily life. The peaceful village offers its travelers a great chance to rest and relax within its charming nature and calming atmosphere.
Merzouga
Merzouga is located in the Sahara Desert in southeastern Morocco. It is the last frontier of civilization before the desert and the most well-known village of Erg Chebbi, the largest dunes in the country, with about 190 meters in height. It consists of an area of desert dunes that covers more than 22 kilometers. Being at the foot of these dunes, Merzouga offers beautiful landscapes and the immensity of its dunes. Give sandboarding a try or enjoy when the dunes changing color depending on the time of day. It is an unforgettable experience to contemplate the beautiful sunrise or sunset over its dunes as well as the incredible mantle of stars that closes in the night.