Understanding Berber Culture & Traditions

Atlas Culture πŸ“… 10 Feb 2024

A guide to the customs, hospitality, and rich cultural heritage of the Amazigh people of the High Atlas.

The Amazigh (Berber) people of Morocco's High Atlas Mountains have maintained their distinct culture, language, and traditions for thousands of years.

The Amazigh Language

Tamazight, the Berber language, is one of the oldest living languages in the world. You will hear it spoken in the villages around Imlil.

Traditional Architecture

The kasbahs and pisΓ© (rammed earth) structures of the Atlas are marvels of sustainable design, naturally insulating in both summer heat and winter cold.