Telouet Kasbah
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The Glaoui family's palace in the High Atlas; its exterior is dilapidated, but inside are splendid mosaics, plaster carvings and cedar ceilings.
Telouet Kasbah lies in a valley about 20 km east of the N9 road. It was once the stronghold of the Glaoui family, the 'Lords of the Atlas', who controlled the trade routes across the High Atlas. Most of the rammed-earth exterior has collapsed, but a few rooms, including the reception hall, retain exquisite colorful mosaics, carved plasterwork and painted cedar ceilings, a striking contrast. Admission is about several dozen dirhams. It can be visited on the way from Marrakesh, or you can drive south along the Ounila valley road to Aït Ben Haddou.
Opening hours
Approx. 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (confirm on site)
Nearby sights
- Tizi n'Tichka Pass
- Ounila Valley & Tamdaght
- Aït Benhaddou
- Kasbah Tifoultoute
- Atlas Studios
- Ouarzazate Cinema Museum
- Kasbah Taourirt
- Fint Oasis