Taourirt Kasbah
Taourirt Kasbah things to do, attractions, restaurants, events info and trip planning
Plan your stay
Posts
Kasbah Taourirt is a historic fortified residence complex or kasbah in Ouarzazate, Morocco. Unfortunately, when we visited this magnificent historical mansion, many parts of the complex were closed for refurbishment. The structure is made largely of rammed earth and mud-brick and is among the most impressive and best-preserved examples of its kind.The bulk of the building has three floors and is marked by large square or rectangular towers at its corners, the exteriors of which are decorated with geometric motifs and niches, which is typical of the architecture found in the traditionally Amazigh-dominated iasis regions of southern Morocco. The exterior of the building is also notable for several projecting balconies or overhanging projections or balconies with windows, some of which overlook the entrance courtyard, as well as more open windows on the upper floors which are guarded with iron bars.Inside, some of the rooms have notable decoration and tataoui ceilings made out of woven reed.
Issa MawaliIssa Mawali
00
Only 20 dirham entrance fee but you will be told you must have a guide at a cost of 200 dirham. Once they realised I didn't have anywhere near that much I was told I can look around on my own which was fine. I used Google for information. The kasbah is definitely worth the visit. It has been renovated in places however sime areas are closed off due to ongoing repairs. In the centre there is an art gallery where I met Yassine doing some intricate metal work. He took time to tell me a little bit more about the place and some of the techniques used for the art. Thankyou Yassine you made my visit perfect ☺️
Amanda FrenchAmanda French
00
After arriving at the ticket desk and paying 40MAD for 2 we were brought into a 'holding hall' where they tried to sell us a tour guide for 120MAD. Thought this was poor practice. Went to another entrance about 100yrds away to another guide trying to sell his services. We simply wanted to walk alone. It took us 20 minutes to wander around and whilst clearly historic and lots of rooms, they are empty. The whole site us not yet open as they are still renovating. Glad it was no more than 40mad, if I'm honest abd definitely glad we didn't hire a guide.
Karen DaviesKaren Davies
20
Taourirt Kasbah, a citadel set against the backdrop of the Atlas Mountains, built in the 17th century by the Glaoui tribe. It is famous for its antiquity as it was one of the first great Berber pieces of architectures to be constructed. Designed out of blocks of dried soil and straw and coated with a mixture of raw soil and lime, the Kasbah of Taourirt is carfully painted with geometric designs. You’ll be led through a labyrinth of passages and rooms once inside. There were approximately 300 rooms in the Kasbah in total.
Fadoua AtifFadoua Atif
00
A wonderful kasbah, built in 1756 and restored in different periods. We could only visit the large courtyard of the palace and were guided by Said, a kind and knowledgeable man in his sixties who speak several languages. He also took us next door to a residential compound at one point housing merchants and up to a thousand residents, and beautiful restored recently with UNESCO help (I suppose it’s technically part of the kasbah but my guide book was printed before it opened to the public).
Julio DavilaJulio Davila
00
Ouarzazate's only real sight of historical interest is the former el Glaoui palace, the Taourirt Kasbah . Kasbahs are a huge part of visiting Morocco - loved visiting Taourirt Kasbah built in the 19th century and reached the height of importance during the 1930s. The kasbah today is partly ruined. You can only enter the former palace from the main entrance, however. The palace has been restored, with assistance from UNESCO, and it is this section of the kasbah that visitors are shown
Ruqayya AbdullaRuqayya Abdulla
00
Nearby Attractions Of Taourirt Kasbah
Cinema Museum
The Old Synagogue בית כנסת

Cinema Museum
4.0
(588)Click for details

The Old Synagogue בית כנסת
4.9
(295)Click for details
Nearby Restaurants Of Taourirt Kasbah
Restaurant Douyria

Restaurant Douyria
4.4
(332)Click for details
Basic Info
Address
W492+RJF, Av. Mohammed V, Ouarzazate 45000, Morocco
Map
Phone
+212 675-046730
Call
Reviews
Overview
4.3
(2.2K reviews)
Ratings & Description
cultural
outdoor
family friendly
attractions: Cinema Museum, The Old Synagogue בית כנסת, restaurants: Restaurant Douyria

- Please manually select your location for better experience