How big is Ait Benhaddou?
around 1,300 square meters
Facts about Ait Benhaddou Ksar Ait Benhaddou is around 1,300 square meters. Made of red clay bricks, it has many long and narrow alleys tangling up in a unique geometric shape.
What was filmed at Ait Benhaddou?
Located in a stunning red desert landscape, Aït Benhaddou is a frequent filming location for historical and epic movies like “The Mummy,” “Gladiator,” “Alexander,” “Prince of Persia,” “Kingdom of Heaven,” and, most recently, “Game of Thrones.”
When was Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou built?
The site of the ksar has been fortified since the 11th century during the Almoravid period. None of the current buildings are believed to date from before the 17th century, but they were likely built with the same construction methods and designs as had been used for centuries before.
Do people live in Ait Benhaddou?
While in the 1940s, more than 90 families were living in the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, today only five families are still living inside the fortress. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, Aït Benhaddou was once a major stop along the caravan route between Marrakech and the Sahara.
Where is the Kasbah Ait benhaddou?
Located in the foothills on the southern slopes of the High Atlas in the Province of Ouarzazate, the site of Ait-Ben-Haddou is the most famous ksar in the Ounila Valley. The Ksar of Aït-Ben-Haddou is a striking example of southern Moroccan architecture.
How old is benhaddou?
History of Aït Benhaddou Although the oldest of Aït Benhaddou’s existing buildings dates back to the 17th century, the site has been fortified since the Almoravids, who ruled Morocco throughout the 11th century.
How do you get to AIT benhaddou?
To reach Ait Benhaddou from Marrakech you have to pass the Atlas Mountains. This 4-hour drive will takes you along Tizi n’ Tichka, and provides you with some of the most amazing views.
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