Today's episode marks the beginning of our shift towards the south of Morocco here on Destination Morocco podcast.

If you are looking for a Moroccan experience a little more rugged and raw, a little less touristy, and very authentic, you will find the southern half of Morocco fascinating.

Starting from Marrakech as a base, a typical tour will cover deserts, high mountains, deep gorges, genuine Berber villages dating back centuries, and plenty of local culture, with a touch of Hollywood along the way.

Come with us in search of spices, fresh dates, saffron, henna, fossils and mint tea.

Taking us on our tour today is one of Destination Morocco's guides, Driss Maaza, who traces some of the historical connections amongst trading peoples and royalty, over many hundreds of years. We'll be travelling along the same historic caravan route from Timbuktu to Marrakech that still exists today.

Azdean and Driss uncover all kinds of activities, stunning views, places to go hiking, unique museums, and an area that traditionally does not get quite as much attention as the north.

You'll hear why Driss is the perfect person to describe this area and inspire you to visit.

Sights and highlights mentioned in this episode (with Google Maps links):

Marrakech

Telouet/Onila Valley

Ouarzazate

Aït Benhaddou

Skoura

Kasbah Amridil (Museum featured in Lawrence of Arabia and on the 50 Dirham bank note)

Dadès Valley/Gorge

Tinejdad

Ksar Elkhorbat (Ancient village and Berber museum)

Rissani

Nkob

Ziz Valley

Agdz

Solar Power station near Ouarzazate (Incredible satellite view)

Imlil village (Hiking base)

Toubkal mtn., highest in North Africa

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