Tours in Ait BenhaddouExplore the ruins of this fortified city

The famous fortified city of Ait Benhaddou is situated in-between Marrakech and the Sahara Desert. Set on a hill along the Ouarzazate River the city was built on a former caravan route. The traditional buildings are an example of Moroccan earthen clay architecture. Many of the buildings date back to the 17th centaury but were built using techniques that had been used centuries earlier.

The city, or Ksar, is surrounded by a defensive wall and includes many buildings from a mosque to Kasbahs. Some of the residential buildings are still inhabited, though only about half a dozen families still live in the old city.

The winding alleyways and dusty red Kasbahs give the city an ancient feel, almost as though it is frozen in time. It's no surprise that Ait Benhaddou has been used as the backdrop for multiple films such as Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and The Mummy. It's the perfect location for that ancient Arabian feel that movies wish to portray, but of course nothing will beat seeing the walled city with your own eyes.

Step back in time when exploring this well-preserved city. The towering red buildings are awe-inspiring to look at and the winding alleyways provide a sense of wonder and adventure. Become immersed in this heritage site and feel what it was like for people of centauries gone by to wander inside the walled city.

A good time to visit Ait Benhaddou is March-May and September-October. This is when the weather is warm but not too hot so you can explore the city comfortably.

Ait Benhaddou is a historical marvel, it is well preserved and offers a great look into Morocco's history. It's no wonder Hollywood loves to shoot movies here. From the winding street to the towering kasbahs there are few places like this. Don't miss out on the opportunity to see it for yourself!