Telouet Kasbah (Berber: ⵉⵖⵔⵎ ⵏ ⵜⵍⵡⴰⵜ; Arabic: قصبة تلوات; French: Casbah de Télouet) is a Kasbah along the former route of the caravans from the Sahara over the Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. The kasbah was the seat of the El Glaoui family's power, thus …

The Kasbah of Telouet, also known as the Palace of the Glaoui, was built from 1860 onwards by the Glaoua tribe. It was considerably enlarged during the first half of the 20th century by Thami El Glaoui. The Kasbah is located in the small Berber village of Telouet in the mountains of the High Atlas of Morocco.

To truly delve into the world of El Glaoui, one should visit the fascinating Kasbah. The kasbah is named in honor of “El Haj T’hami el Mezouari el Glaoui” who was the highly respected head of the Glaoua tribe in Morocco. Known as the Lord of the Atlas, he resided in the Kasbah of Telouet.

La kasbah de Télouet, parfois aussi appelée palais du Glaoui, est une kasbah bâtie entre les XVIIIe et XX e siècles. Située dans le petit village berbère de Télouet, au sein de la commune rurale de Télouet, dans les montagnes du Haut-Atlas, au Maroc, elle a été notamment occupée et aménagée par le pacha Thami El Glaoui.

The Kasbah of Telouet is a fortress, castle, and caravanserai all in one, making it an impressive architecture. From a balcony on the second floor, the watchful eye of Glaoua, the Kasbah was known for Ahwach songs and dances, an Amazigh tradition that has been practiced in the Southeast since ancient times.

Built in the 17th century and extended by the Glaoui clan in the 18th, this commanding hilltop kasbah has now been converted into a privately owned… The once-glorious stronghold has been left to crumble, but the best indication of Telouet’s former position as the centre of a trans-Saharan trading…

It is a long and intensive 3.5 hour drive from Marrakech, and not for the faint hearted! However, if you are making your way to Ourrzazate and the desert, it is definitely worth the detour. The …

2024年11月24日 · Once home to the powerful Glaoui family, the Kasbah Glaoui of Telouet is a popular tourist destination thanks to its impressive interiors and mountainous backdrop. The UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou is next on the list, with a chance to explore the famous red adobe mud Berber town on the banks of the river.

2024年12月16日 · Discover Telouet Kasbah, also known as the Glaoui Palace, nestled in Morocco's High Atlas Mountains. Explore its stunning architecture, rich history, and breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys.

The kasbah is known for its historical and cultural significance and was once the residence of the Glaoui family, powerful during the French colonial period in Morocco. Today, the Kasbah of Telouet is a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors with its intricate architecture and historical charm. What will you see at the Telouet Kasbah?