states: [morocco]
category: cultural
year: 1987
region: Arab States
latitude/longitude: 31.0472200000, -7.1288900000
last visited: 2011
unesco id: 444
world heritage site: 444
The Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Morocco, is a striking example of traditional southern Moroccan architecture. This fortified village, or ksar, features earthen clay structures, including towers and homes, that exemplify pre-Saharan building techniques. Historically a key stop along ancient trade routes, it showcases a blend of defensive design and cultural heritage, preserved for its outstanding universal value.