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THE ANTI ATLAS
The Anti Atlas remains one of the least visited parts of Morocco's mountainscape, which is
surprising, as it is beautiful and close to Agadir. The mountains are the stronghold of the
Chleuh tribes, who live in a loose confederation of villages strung across the barren moun-
tains, some of them still far beyond the reach of any central authority. Living in areas moul-
ded by the demanding landscape of granite boulders and red-lava flows, the Chleuh have
always been devoted to their farms in the lush oasis valleys, now some of the country's
most beautiful
palmeraies
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Tafraoute
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Nestled in the gorgeous Ameln Valley, the village of Tafraoute is surrounded on all sides by
red-granite mountains. Despite its unassuming appearance, the area is quite prosperous due
to the hard-earned cash sent home by relatives working in the big cities or abroad. It is a
pleasant and relaxed base for exploring the region.
