everday life

Boumalne Dades (Tinghir), Morocco

the land of contrasts

Tinghir, Morocco

Tinghir sits in the oasis of the Todgha river valley tucked away between the High Atlas and Little Atlas mountains.  Nearly 50  kilometers of lush palm trees run along this river valley creating a surprising contrast with the red earth on both sides.  This area is also known for its numerous groupings of homes made of adobe creating what was known as a kasbah.  Kasbahs were surrounded by a wall which served as protection when the city was under attack.  Many kasbahs are abandoned today; however, a few families choose to continue living in them.  Others have been restored and converted into guest houses for tourism or used as backdrops for films.

vertical walls

Todgha Gorge - Tinghir, Morocco

These vertical walls formed by the Todgha River in the High Atlas Mountains make your jaw drop!