Ait ben Haddou, Morocco
Ait ben Haddou (also spelled Ait benhaddou) is the most spectacular fortified village or ksar in southern Morocco. And this frequently filmed location is even more impressive in person that it is on screen. Wander the streets of the mudbrick village. Imagine life as a Berber. Tour the ksar independently or hire a guide and view the village through local eyes. This World Heritage Site is more than a great film set.
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Getting There
Ait ben Haddou is located in southern Morocco and is situated roughly 30 km (18 miles) northwest of Ouarzazate. Marrakech is the best place to start a road trip to Ait ben Haddou. Both Easy Jet and RyanAir service Marrakech. Royal Air Maroc offers daily flights to/from Casablanca and Ouarzazate. There is no train service in this part of the country.
When to Travel
The best times of year to visit Ait ben Haddou are spring (March - May) and fall (October - November). The daytime high often exceeds 40°C (104°F) in summer and, in winter, the nighttime low can fall below 0°C (32°F).
Travel Health & Child Safety
Traveler's diarrhea is the most common aliment afflicting tourists in Morocco. Avoiding tap water is the cornerstones to prevention. Drink bottled water and eat cooked or peeled fruit and vegetables only. Heat exhaustion, dehydration and sunburn are risks in all desert environments. Apply high factor sunscreen to all exposed areas, including your child's nose, ears, and toes, before you set out and repeat applications throughout the day. Encourage children to drink regularly.
Things to Keep in Mind
In summer, the desert wind, known as the scirocco, is as unbearable as the heat. Most hotels claim to have heating, yet in winter rooms are rarely warm and the water rarely hot.
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