Palace Kasbah Tamadot was bought by British billionaire Sir Richard Branson in 1998 after discovering the Atlas foothills during one of his expeditions balloon.
If the nobles built their castles medieval Europe to show their power and to be able to withdraw in time of war, important people in North Africa could be recognized by imposing fortresses called “Kasbah”. Each settlement had a Kasbah, usually positioned in the center, to show the prominence of the owner, but many nobles chose to build fortified homes in scenic areas or of strategic importance. Continue reading