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Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou

Rank:

UNESCO

Wonder Type: Cultural

Country: Morocco

Best of: Archaelogical Site, Architecturel, Berber, Village, Fortification

Description:

The ksar, a group of earthen buildings surrounded by high walls, is a traditional pre-Saharan habitat. The houses crowd together within the defensive walls, which are reinforced by corner towers. Ait-Ben-Haddou, in Ouarzazate province, is a striking example of the architecture of southern Morocco. [More Details]

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