Yamina

Anti Atlas Mountains


At the top of the village, Yamina is run by an Amazigh (Berber) woman and her French husband, who have created a unique cross between a comfortable guesthouse and a maison traditionnelle (traditional house). Reached along terraces, courtyards and earthen walkways with low ceilings, the simple rooms are beautifully decorated with cheery paintwork on the walls and beams.

Look out for the very cool traditional Amazigh 'staircase'.


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