Telouet Kasbah

In the late nineteenth and early twentieth century, the powerful El Glaoui family practically governed much of the surrounding territory from Telouet Kasbah in Morocco. The kasbah was built in 1860 by the powerful El Glaoui family, and it took 300 artisans and workers about 5 years to build. The castle is ornately decorated with fusions of Andalusian and Berber patterns, including stucco, painted cedar, and zellige tiles.

Shortly after, the Kasbah was abandoned due to its association with Thami El Glaoui. It is now a somewhat degraded version of its former splendor, with the property being administered by a local co-operative and tourists paying a small entrance fee. The ruins of this stronghold, which lies on the old caravan route from Marrakesh across the Atlas Mountains, can still be seen today. Despite the fact that the complex is beginning to show signs of wear, there is still a much to see, and many of the more ornate embellishments are still visible.

Location: Telouet kasbah, P1506, Telouet, Morocco