I Found the Game of Thrones City in Morocco | Atlantic | YouCurious?

In this episode of Atlantic we explore a site so stunning it served as the backdrop for Game of Thrones and Gladiator - The palm orchards of Skura and the fortified city of Ait Benhaddou, Morocco. We get lost in the route of the thousand kasbahs & beyond as we explore Morocco’s ancient mud-brick fortresses. After surviving the chaotic souks and cobras of Marrakesh, we travel past the heavily monitored borders of Western Sahara to catch Mauritania's legendary iron ore train. Join us as we uncover the secrets of Shingetti, the "Sorbonne of the desert," where medieval Islamic books are still guarded by nomads in the sand. Finally, we relax in the breathtaking oasis of Terjit before navigating the massive, chaotic camel markets of Nouakchott. Chapters 0:00 Intro to the Desert Adventure 3:15 The Market of Risani 6:45 The Route of a Thousand Kasbahs 10:30 Skura and the Palm Orchards 14:00 Ait Benhaddou Filming Locations 17:45 The Hidden Telouet Kasbah 21:15 Marrakesh Riads and Barbers 25:00 Jemaa el-Fnaa Square and Snakes 28:30 Essaouira Port and the Atlantic 32:15 Crossing Western Sahara 35:45 Boarding the Mauritania Iron Train 39:30 Chinguetti and the Desert Libraries 43:15 Mauritanian Hospitality and Food 46:45 The Nouakchott Camel Market 48:41 Final Thoughts and Senegal About the Series - "Atlantic" is the raw, visceral story of an epic expedition derailed by a world shutting down. The original team—Camila, Tato, Vinsen, and Daniel Landa—set out to circumnavigate the Atlantic Ocean by land, driving from Galicia, Spain, all the way to South Africa. Their goal: to immerse themselves in isolated traditions, from Berber desert life to Ivory Coast voodoo ceremonies. But after battling illnesses and accidents, their journey shatters with the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Forced into a 9-month lockdown at home, the adventure takes a dramatic turn. Stripped of their vehicles and facing closed borders and strict quarantines, only Daniel and Vinsen dare to return. Traveling precariously via local minibuses, cargo trucks, and emergency flights, they push through the depths of Africa. Against all odds, this gripping 307-day, 10-part expedition proves that even in a closed world, the spirit of travel cannot be broken. Welcome to YouCurious — your ultimate destination for fascinating documentaries, travel expeditions, document facts, captivating history, mind-expanding space exploration, cutting-edge science, and innovative technology content! We bring you a mix of jaw-dropping documentaries, intriguing stories, and thought-provoking insights designed to spark your curiosity and keep you informed. Join Our Live Streams: 🔴    / @youcurious   Pacific Travel Series:    • The Ainu People Are Vanishing?: A Journey ...   Today's Top Picks For You:    • Today's Top Picks For You   Docs & Reality:    • Docs & Reality   Space Enthusiasts:    • For Space Enthusiasts   Discovery Learn, Amaze Youreself:    • Discover, Learn, Amaze Yourself   Subscribe and join our community of knowledge seekers eager to learn, explore, and be amazed! YouCurious? Discover More, Know More! Subscribe:    / @youcurious   Connect With us On Social Media: Instagram:   / youcuriousofficial   Facebook:   / youcuriousofficial   Thank you for watching! #youcurious #gameofthrones #gladiator #morocco #atlantic #traveldocumentary #youcuriousdocumentary