Dakhla's international reputation is excellent! This kite surfing hot spot welcomes thousands of surfers every year, in a very familial and pleasant village atmosphere.

Dakhla, an unmissable spot for kite surfing

If there is a place that sums up the incredible diversity and richness of the beautiful country of Morocco, it is certainly the countless markets called souks.  You will dive into the unforgettable atmosphere and you will find everything imaginable and more.

Morocco's incredible souks

In the surrounding areas of Marrakech and the centre of the country, the nature is absolutely spectacular. Sportsmen and adventurers have the opportunity to really enjoy roaming these beautiful landscapes by foot!

Walks in the centre of Morocco

Today, Morocco has a worldwide reputation for its numerous cultural and principally musical festivals. It's a great occasion to discover the artistic riches of the country during a trip to Morocco.

Music festivals in Morocco

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This legendary kasbah, made from adobe, is an architectural masterpiece, as well as being perfectly preserved, which explains its designation as a World Heritage Site.

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At the foot of the Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, I had this sudden thought that it resembled an enormous sandcastle. This site, recognised by UNESCO, is a must-see place during a visit to Morocco. In fact, it's a traditional construction dating from the pre-Saharan era, in an excellent state of preservation. I have no doubt at all that the clay town will impress you, just as much as it impressed me. As it's made from traditional materials from the region, the overall picture is really harmonious. To round off the visit, upon arrival, you're offered the opportunity to cross the river at the foot of the kasbah, but not in just any old way: on the back of a donkey! The residents of Aït Ben Haddou are waiting for you, dressed in their light blue tunics, the colour associated with the people of the desert and South Sahara. Have a good visit!

Situated in the middle of the desert in the Ourzazate region, Ait Benhaddou is a mind-blowing example of a historic medieval kasbah and of traditional desert architecture with its earth houses and high protective walls. The town seems to be completely sleeping or frozen in time and, other than some souvenir shops, it is difficult to believe that anyone still lives here. So it's not surprising that Hollywood used it as settings for many films like Lawrence of Arabia and even Gladiator. I stopped there en route between Marrakech and the desert and I must state that the town represents an <a href="/morocco/">unmissable stop during a stay in Morocco</a>. However, I wouldn't recommend spending more than a few hours there, the infrastructure being rather limited and the surroundings of little interest. Finally, the arrival of (too) many tourist coaches somewhat spoiled this magnificent historic town for me.

An incredible kasbah preserved from the 11th century, Ait Benhaddou resembles a mirage with its homes made of earth.

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