Kasbah:
castles of old Morocco.
Morocco has many amazing historical
Kasbahs that are characterized by their beautiful appearance and their
history.
The Moroccan kasbah was a place for the local Caid or Pacha to
live in and a place of defense when the city is under attack. Sometimes, those kasbahs were built on hilltops so that
they could be more easily defended such as the famous Ait Benhaddou near Ouarzazate.
Ait Ben
Haddou
The kasbah
of Ait Ben Haddou is one of the most photographed enclaves in Morocco. Stepping there is like being
part of a fairy tale you’ll never want to leave.
A small
path, ending in the river, which you will have to cross using an improvised
bridge made out of sandbags will lead you to the best views of Ait
Ben Haddou.
It is no accident that many great films like «Lawrence of Arabia”, “Gladiator”
and “Game of throne” were filmed there because it retains the character and atmosphere
of centuries ago when kasbah was an
important post on the camel caravan
route from Africa to Morocco crossing many cities like Rachidia, Erfoud, and Rissani where you will discover other Kasbahs that will let you know more
about the history and other culture
of Morocco.
Morocco’s Southern region and in particular the region of Skoura is referred to the “Valley of one-thousand Kasbahs” referring to the way-stations of
ancient caravan routes traveled by tradesmen and adventurers. They brought with
them customs and crafts, and skills,
and they sought shelter and social interaction within secure Kasbah walls.
More Kasbahs are being
renovated and turned into boutique hotels
and guesthouses to offer travelers
an exciting authentic experience.
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