"Taroudannt - the walled city" Taroudannt by iwys

Taroudannt Travel Guide: 44 reviews and 116 photos

Taroudannt is a walled city, which for a brief period, from 1510 to 1530, was the capital of Morocco. Now it is a fairly sleepy town, with a population of just 30,000, but its 6km circuit of massive, mud-brick walls still survive intact as a reminder of its glorious past.

In 1913 the French took control of the city and I found the centre of Taroudannt, around the main square, reminded me a bit of a French provincial town.

Last visit to Taroudannt: Sep 2006
Intro Updated Apr 3, 2007
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Reviews (11)

Argan Oil Shopping (2)

Just about everything that can be made out of argan oil is on sale here, including cooking oil, cosmetics and... more travel advice

Leather goods Shopping (2)

All manner of leather goods are on sale at the tannery shop. There are jackets, handbags and shoes made out of cow,... more travel advice

Arab Souk Things to Do (7)

The Arab Souk, with its narrrow alleyways and traditional crafts, is the most interesting of Taroudannt's souks. more travel advice

Marche Berbere Things to Do (7)

Marche Berbere, the Berber souk, is Taroudannt's main souk for household goods and foodstuffs. more travel advice

Restaurants (1)
outdoor cafe-restaurant

Hotels (1)
great value

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hunterV May 12, 2010 at 3:36 AM

Hello, Ian! You have paid a visit to great places I must say! ><>< Good for you!
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ATXtraveler Nov 22, 2008 at 8:50 AM

This looks like a very interesting city.
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MITNIC Jun 9, 2008 at 3:17 PM

I'll visit Taroudant tomorow. looking for info, I find your tips grate, good photos also. thanks.
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khattabi_eg Mar 4, 2007 at 4:45 PM

Great pictures and Info and glad to know you liked my hometown. Happy travels. Abdou.
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sachara Oct 12, 2006 at 1:37 PM

I visited Taroudannt two times on the way to the east. Nice to see your impressions as well.
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Bwana_Brown Oct 11, 2006 at 10:51 AM

Very impressive walls indeed surrounding Taroudannt! It looks like a nice place to spend a day or two, especially in that gem of a hotel you found.