Kasbah Aït Benhaddou
Aït Ben Haddou
A fortified city and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Morocco, known for its earthen architecture and as a famous film set.

📜 Fortified city, UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.
🔍 Known for its earthen architecture and as a famous film set.

Why Go

🏰 Explore a 17th-century fortified city
🎬 Visit a famous film location (Game of Thrones, Gladiator)
☕ Experience traditional lifestyle at a local café
🌍 Discover a major stop on an ancient caravan route

Why Avoid

🌧️ Earthen architecture vulnerable to weather
📉 Limited inhabitants, ongoing maintenance needed

Tips

🚶 Explore the main part on the ksar on the hill for wide views
💡 Consider a guided tour for historical insights

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