Regional specialties linked to the Argan Tree
Souss Massa is known to produce excellent argan oil. This oil is particularly known for its benefits on the skin. If you’re interested, you can visit a backcountry co-op.
Places to go
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Zaouia Lhaj Lahbib – Tanalt
The Madrassa (Koranic School) of Sidi Elhaj L’hbib in the village of Tanalt is one of the most famous and respected medersas in southern Morocco. Students come there from all over the Souss Massa region.
Zaouia Timguidcht
The Madrassa – Zaouia of Timguidcht is a 13th century religious building located to the southeast of the Gorges of Ait Mansour (Tafraout).
Kasbah of Tioute – Taroudant
The magnificent Kasbah of Tioute dates from the Saadian period (16th century). Perched on its hill, there is a panoramic restaurant offering a magnificent view of the palm grove and its seven villages.
Kasbah Aguenaj – Medina of Tiznit
In Tiznit, the imposing Kasbah of Aghanaj or Fortress of Aghanaj (29.700282, -9.726474) built in 1810. Huge (over 6000 square meters), protected by a large wall of rammed earth (rammed earth) with these five reinforcement towers , it overlooks the famous “Blue Spring” or Aïn Aqdim “.
Kasbah of Glaoui – Taliouine
The magnificent Kasbah in Taliouine, in the shape of a massive square, the architecture and the decorative elements are impressive. We do not visit the interior because there is a risk of scree and damage.
Souks Around Taroudant
The souks around Taroudant will disorient you and all you to immerse yourself in the authenticity of the rural populations of the region. People come there to stock up and meet. A particularity of the region, the Wholesale Market: Souk Jamla located in Oulad Teima.
Agadir Imchguiguiln – Chtouka Ait Baha
Agadir Imchguiguiln is around 750 years old. Recent rehabilitation works have made it possible to renovate around thirty huts, the central square, a mosque and outbuildings, all while respecting the construction techniques of the Anti-Atlas.
Paragliding Around Taroudant
The Col du Tizi’n’Test is a paragliding site with an interesting vertical drop and a superb view of the Souss valley. Thermal site with a large drop.
Agadir Tasguent – Tafraoute
At just 1 hour and 10 minutes from Tafraoute, you will find one of the most beautiful “igoudar” in the region. Agadir Tasguent is over 350 years old. Tasguent is one of the largest and best preserved in the Anti-Atlas.