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Taroudant
ℹ️Practical info — Taroudant
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Known as 'Little Marrakech', but its souks are much calmer and hassle-free.
- The best way to see the impressive city walls is by renting a bicycle or taking a horse-drawn carriage.
- Climb the city walls (remparts) at sunset for a beautiful golden glow.
- Most sights are easily accessible on foot within the medina.
🍽 Food
A delicious dip made of almonds, argan oil, and honey. Try it for breakfast.
Local restaurants often use culinary argan oil in their salads and tajines.
Enjoy a freshly squeezed glass at the lively Place Assarag.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Explore the specialized silver souk for unique artisan pieces.
Buy directly from local cooperatives to ensure authenticity.
Walk along the less busy sections of the walls for a peaceful view.
Wander among the olive and orange groves surrounding the city walls.
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Taroudant is situated in the fertile Sous Valley of southern Morocco and is frequently called "Little Marrakech" due to its massive ramparts made of reddish mud-brick. Founded during the Almoravid era in the 11th century as a strategic military outpost, the city rose to prominence in the early 16th century when it became the first capital of the Saadian dynasty. The defensive walls stretch for nearly six kilometers and feature nine fortified gates, enclosing an authentic medina that has largely avoided modern commercialization. The city is celebrated for its traditional Berber crafts, particularly high-quality silver jewelry, leatherwork, and hand-woven carpets found in its bustling souks. Geographically tucked away between the High Atlas and Anti-Atlas mountain ranges, Taroudant serves as a critical commercial hub for the surrounding plains' citrus and olive production. Today, it remains a spirited center of local culture, offering a more tranquil and traditional experience compared to the larger imperial cities of the north.
- Location: Morocco
- Nearby: Imouzzer Ida Ou Tanane (63 km)
- Population: ~87.520 (2024)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Apr, May, Oct.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 11 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 22 | 26 | 31 | 31 | 25 | 21 | 16 | 12 |
| Rain mm | 23 | 31 | 34 | 17 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 12 | 22 | 55 | 33 |
Geography
Facts
- Founded in the 11th century by the Almoravids.
- Became the first Saadian capital in 1520.
- The city walls are approximately 6 kilometers long.
- Located at an elevation of 250 meters in the Sous Valley.
- Famous for the 'Place Assarag' at the heart of the medina.
- A primary trading hub for regional saffron and argan oil.
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