Background
Ksar Ait Benhaddou is situated on the south foot of the Atlas mountain chain. It has a population of 700 inhabitants and receives 130,000 visitors per year. It was founded in the 11th century. Ksar is on the UNESCO list of World Culturage Heritage. However, it risks losing its unique cultural values forever.
UNDP Morocco together with the Moroccan Ministry of Culture and UNESCO have been supporting the preservation of the Ksar Ait Benhaddou for many years. In 2003, UNDP requested the support of the Moroccan National LA 21 Programme to strengthen local community participation in the preservation of the site.
Activities
- Preparation of environmental profile
- Local Consultations attended by actors concerned with preservation and sustainable management of the site to discuss promotion of tourism to benefit cultural heritage conservation, access to basic services and social integration
- Adoption of the Ksar Ait Benhaddou Preservation Pact
Project Contact
Mr. Monceyf Fadili
Coordinateur National Programme Agenda 21 Local
Ministère de l'Aménagement du Territoire, de l'Eau et de l'Environnement
Quartier administratif
Rue Ouarzazate
Rabat-Chellah, Maroc
Tel: (+212) 37 76 22 28/35
Fax: (+212) 37 76 22 28
E-mail: fadili.m@iam.net.ma
