Ait Ben Haddou, one of the best famous architectonic Kasbahs in Morocco. It is the first destination to visit when starting the 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert. Once you start the trip from Marrakech through the High Atlas mountains and the cole of Tizi N Tichka, you will be able to see very ancient Berber villages. From there passing via Telouet, you will reach the village of Ait Ben Haddou. It is inhabited by Berbers. Further, the Kasbah attracts thousands of visitors every year coming to discover its history and beauty.
To reach Ait Ben Haddou you need to use the bridge where you can read about Ait Ben Haddou’s buildings plan. Lots of the guides will try to show you around with very deep knowledge of the Kasbah’s history.
Once you use the bridge, you will love the colorful shops on the way, where you can get a souvenir to your country.
Ait Ben Haddou is very famous for its painters, wise men that paint the whole Kasbah using their own technic.
It is suggested to climb all the way to the top for a panoramic view of the Kasbah and the river of Ounila. When you reach the very top, you will see where the tribe kept their fortune, with very high protection.
Ben Haddou the founder was in the eighteenth century was the leader of the village’s tribe. At the present time, you can still visit him at the cemetery behind the village.
Many film producers decided to show Ait Ben Haddou in part of their movies. For instance, the Gladiator, Alexander, the Message, and the famous Game Of Thrones.
