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Above: Local agadir (hill fort) Tagadirt Ntazrout & entrance sign to Igiliz Archaeological Site
We are delighted to introduce a new range of activities and excursions available at our Ecolodge. Here’s what you can look forward to:
Berber Castles of the Anti Atlas Mountains
Explore the Igiliz Archaeological Site, a page from the history of the Almohad Dynasty, the mountain of Igîlîz is located about sixty kilometres southeast of Taroudant, in the Anti-Atlas, stronghold of the Arghen tribe. This site offers breathtaking views of valleys and the ruins of this medieval fortress. It was from these mountains, that a revolt grew that would lead to this Berber Muslim empire that shaped the 12th and 13th centuries. This often overlooked historical gem, often overlooked, harbours tales of strategic prowess, religious fervour, and resilience.
Also nestled in the heart of the Anti-Atlas Mountains is Tagadirt Ntazrout. offering both stunning landscapes and traditional Berber heritage. You will visit one of the most intriguing aspects of area, the local agadir (fort) vault perched high above the valley offers a fascinating glimpse into the region’s past.
Approx Cost: 300 MAD (approx. £24)
Travel Time: about an hour and 45 mins drive. Depart: 9:30 am and return 3:30pm
Crafts of Morocco: Taroudant and environs
Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of craft traditions and learn about the materials and methods of making the stunning crafts that survive in our region.
You will see where and/or how all the beautiful handmade items in our ecolodge were made and visit many of the craftsmen's workshops.
The visits can include: polished plaster in our bathrooms (tadelakt), tiles (including the tiny mosaic tiles known as zellige), pottery, woodwork (including marquetry, carved and painted goods), jewellery, leather goods (we are near the tannery), metalwork, metal lanterns, basketry and other beautiful furniture and furnishings made of plants (including bamboo, grasses, palm fronds and bentwood), rocks and fossils.
The visits will be partly done on foot and partly by minibus.
Approx Cost: 280 MAD (approx. £22.50).
Timings: 10 am - 12 pm and 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Music, Song and Dance of Morocco
Explore the traditions, the instruments, the rhythms, the dress and the fun of Moroccan music, song and dance with our enthusiastic staff - one of our kitchen staff has a pinafore with the words "My kitchen is for Dancing" on it! Our drivers love to sing and dance.
The 2 or 4 hour session will investigate a wide variety of traditions of men's and women's bands. Types of music covered will include Sufi, Berber folk, Gnawa, Malhoun, Awash and modern pop music.
This will be fun! It will include practical activities with options to drum, dance and sing.
Approx Cost: 200 MAD (approx. £16).Timings: 10 am - 12 pm and/or 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
We look forward to welcoming you to these exciting new experiences.
Below: Leather goods, Henna Artistry and a Silversmith at work
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