Although relatively unknown abroad, Taroudant is actually a large Moroccan city, located in the eastern part of Agadir, near the Sous Valley. It is located in the picturesque southern part of Morocco. From Taroudant, you can go to Ouarzazate by road. This will take you to the hot Sahara Desert.
Visit the Claudio Bravo Camus Palace
The city of Taroudant is called “the grandmother of Marrakech”. It seems, in fact, to be a small version of the big city. You can see the surrounding markets, which are small in size. In the past, the city became the capital. It was for a short period. You can visit the Claudio Bravo Camus Palace to learn more about its history. History is a great way to learn about the place and the people of Taroudant.
Visit the Souk of Taroudant
Discover the treasures of the city's artisans through the alleys that hide the charming bazaars of the medina of its souk. The city's souk extends along Biranzarane Street: near the antique market, you will find superb jewelry and slippers of great finesse . At the end of this street is the Berber souk, on An-Nasr Square, where you can find all kinds of local craft products.
Visit Lake Taroudant
Today, the city looks like a small fortified market town. There is a caravan route on the way to Lake Taroudant. It is a beautiful, clean place that allows you to be calm, serene and quiet. If your problems have exhausted you, go to Lake Taroudant: there you can relax.
Making Moroccan bread: tafarnout
The city of Taroudant was occupied by the Almoravids in 1050. It was a long period. Under the reign of a certain Mahomet, the great walls of the city were built. Large mosques were also erected. People learned to cook, and to make Tafarnout, a unique bread, baked in a hot oven close to the ground. Sometimes, Moroccans dip the bread in Argan oil…
Stay at the Villa Palais Mandarine
The city of Taroudant is known for its various local crafts: Moroccan jewelry, Arabic carpets… You can discover them throughout the city, as well as at the Villa Palais Mandarine, a very cultural place. It is a great way to spend a day. You can also bring a lover there and spend a honeymoon. Villa Palais Mandarine is one of the great places in Taroudant.
Climbing the Toubkal mountain range
The city of Taroudant was, in its time, the capital. It became an attack base, at the time when the Portuguese occupied Agadir. Later, Marrakech became the main and central capital. Not far from Taroudant, is the great Toubkal mountain range. If you are fit, try to climb Toubkal: you will then be able to soak up the view of the mountain.
Observing nature at the Tiout Oasis
As you will discover, there are not many must-see sites in Taroudant. But there is a medina, a nice place to walk around. You can also choose to linger at the Oasis of Tiout, and relax there. Before going there, stop by the market. There is an atmosphere of activity that is really lacking in Agadir.
Relaxing in Tamaloukte
This small town is located about six kilometers from Taroudant. It is ideal for relaxing, walking and observing the sets of bastions that were punctuated by 10 gates, still intact today. Stay calm, watch the wheels pass.
Skydiving in the sky of Taroudant
For some people, Taroudant may be small, even tiny. If you have explored the corners of the city and think you have nothing more to do, opt for skydiving. If you like to take risks, go on an adventure in the skies of Taroudant. Skydiving is an activity that has its limits. But for some, it is the rush. The rush to be in the clouds. The rush to be in the blue sky.
See the ramparts of Taroudant
Unlike Marrakech, the entire city of Taroudant was for a long time located within its ramparts. Then a whole new part was developed, located outside the city walls. Today, the city has become a type of notable market town. A souk has developed near the two main panoramic squares. The ramparts of Taroudant are a must-see.
Watching street performers in Taroudant
The markets and squares of Taroudant are dotted with Moroccan mystique. It is quite unique. In Taroudant, the markets are practical places. This is where the Berbers trade their products. Everywhere in the city, in the ramparts, you will enjoy art. Street artists work there and paint the walls of the city. Art describes their dreams and emotions.
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