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[00:03:25] channel. Goodbye.
[00:03:39] offers you today
[00:03:43] When is day equal
[00:04:08] The people of the region describe
[00:10:33] with the clear natural interweaving between water and mountain,
[00:10:37] the dean of all environmental systems on Earth,
[00:10:40] and thus the spatial character of the Midelt region
[00:10:44] has evolved with data
[00:10:47] and inexhaustible
[00:10:49] bounties.
[00:10:57] unique area and its urban center,
[00:11:00] lives to the rhythm of a peaceful life between its overflowing
[00:11:04] rivers and its towering
[00:11:07] magnificent
[00:11:08] Atlantic valley.
[00:11:13] The harmony of this natural mountain heritage is essential
[00:11:16] for understanding environments and their resources and the extent of their diversity
[00:11:19] and richness, and the minerals and plants
[00:11:23] make it attract adventurers. Researchers seeking
[00:11:26] serene places and their beauty and strolling
[00:11:30] in the heart of its
[00:11:31] charming nature.
[00:11:34] However, Midelt has not yet received enough publicity
[00:11:38] and promotion for its natural and touristic potential,
[00:11:41] which is a jewel. This imbalance has limited its
[00:11:45] attainment of its rightful place and transformed it into
[00:11:48] a mere temporary transit station instead of being a destination
[00:11:52] in itself and a primary station for recreation.
[00:12:25] enabled the creation of tourist routes and strategic
[00:12:28] points in the Atlas and on Mount
[00:12:32] Ayachi.
[00:12:36] Here, between water and mountain, exploration takes
[00:12:39] on an exceptional dimension, and the natural richness invites
[00:12:43] a unique tourist experience where a huge,
[00:12:46] enormous mountain accompanies the visitor throughout
[00:12:49] his journey, harvesting fog when it covers it
[00:12:53] from its atmospheric surroundings and turning it into flowing water and solid
[00:12:57] ice. It is the secret of the region's existence and the pillar
[00:13:00] of its driving force for its water and its economy.
[00:13:03] It is called the monster of the Moroccan mountains, Mount Ayachi.
[00:14:14] The visitor lingers in contemplation of the beauty of the natural landscapes
[00:14:17] of the Midelt region and is stopped by the sight of Mount
[00:14:21] Ayachi and its majestic peaks.
[00:14:33] this mountain when snow covers its peaks by saying that Ayachi
[00:14:37] has put on his turban, and when snow covers it completely,
[00:14:41] they express their view of it by saying that Ayachi has put
[00:14:45] on his burnous.
[00:14:48] It was the beginning of winter when it descended on Midelt,
[00:14:51] but the successive drought
[00:14:55] forced Ayachi to take off his white burnous for periods
[00:15:00] recent
[00:15:02] mountain, which appears from afar towering, less than
[00:15:06] 35 kilometers from Midelt, is more massive than
[00:15:09] it appears to the eye and more than it seems to be
[00:15:13] a mere simple backdrop behind this civilized
[00:15:17] urban center.
[00:15:23] Throughout our stay in the Midelt region, the dream of reaching
[00:15:27] the summit of this mountain constantly
[00:15:29] haunted us. What we were told about the possibility
[00:15:33] of a road leading to its summit by car increased
[00:15:37] our determination to climb its heights
[00:15:39] and reach its highest
[00:15:43] levels. In an attempt to verify this information,
[00:15:46] we decided, after investigation, to climb the mountain in a four-wheel
[00:15:51] off-road capability and maneuverability as much as
[00:15:57] we had to go to the village of Taarart, from which
[00:16:00] it would be easier to find an access route to the top.
[00:16:03] And we were trapped.
[00:16:08] At an altitude of approximately 2300 meters above sea level,
[00:16:12] the village of Taarart, administratively belonging to the
[00:16:15] Agoudim commune under the leadership of Tounfite in the
[00:16:17] Midelt province, is located. Its location in the heart of the mountain
[00:16:21] and its proximity to the passes and openings between the highlands made
[00:16:25] it a historical strategic passage whose paths lead to the meeting
[00:16:28] point of trade caravans in Tafilalt, the Kasbahs of Outat and the upper
[00:16:32] Moulouya.
[00:16:38] The Tissart Valley separates the old part of the village,
[00:16:41] which was settled by the Aït Ayache tribes long ago, from a part of
[00:16:45] houses on the right bank of the valley, which was
[00:16:48] settled by the Aït Moussa and Hadou tribes after a large
[00:16:51] segment of the Aït Ayache tribes migrated to the suburbs
[00:16:55] of Fez in the late
[00:16:56] 19th century.
[00:17:05] Around the village of Taarart are meadows and summer pastures rich
[00:17:08] in grass and fodder. The grazing season there begins
[00:17:11] from May until mid-September, when
[00:17:15] the nomadic season resumes towards warmer
[00:17:18] and wetter pastures. Despite the successive
[00:17:21] years of drought, the region has benefited and continues
[00:17:25] to benefit from its proximity to the sources of the Oued Moulouya in Mount
[00:17:28] Ayachi and from the waters of its springs that flow
[00:17:31] freely from between its rocks and under the beds
[00:17:34] of its wadis.
[00:17:39] According to local narratives, this charming nature was
[00:17:42] attractive until recently, and traders loaded
[00:17:46] with various goods used to flock to it, setting up their tents
[00:17:50] in the vast plains of Agadir Aaraat to sell
[00:17:53] their merchandise and exchange
[00:17:54] goods with local traders.
[00:17:59] Beautiful, its traditional houses' surfaces blend
[00:18:03] harmoniously with the rugged terrain surrounding
[00:18:05] them, creating a
[00:18:07] picturesque scene of peaceful rural life flowing
[00:18:11] through a pure environment, whose remoteness preserves its prestige.
[00:18:30] The ancient buildings are still relatively resilient, resisting
[00:18:33] the repercussions and effects of weather fluctuations, and they house residents.
[00:19:58] After a short break at Taarart, during which
[00:20:02] we gathered our thoughts, we headed towards
[00:20:06] exploring the unknowns of this vast
[00:20:07] mountain range.
[00:20:10] This mountain is known for its
[00:20:14] events that Morocco has known, and it has effectively contributed
[00:20:17] to the formation of the most important historical paths of Morocco during
[00:20:21] many eras and ages.
[00:20:24] Its history has been linked to the villages located between its valleys, such as
[00:20:27] Taarart, Ighrem Aqob,
[00:20:31] Tazrout, Touroute, and other such fortified
[00:20:34] Atlas villages.
[00:20:39] Historical sources describe Mount Ayachi as a strong fortress
[00:20:43] based on what it represented as
[00:20:45] tribes, especially the Drazen tribe with all its factions,
[00:20:49] and Rawwan and other neighboring tribes during periods
[00:20:52] of unrest.
[00:20:56] In ancient times, the mountain was locally called Dadrat, and it was also known
[00:21:00] as Ari Ayachi. The word Ari
[00:21:03] in the Amazigh language of the region
[00:21:06] mountain. Its name Ayachi
[00:21:10] is attributed, according to the most likely opinions, to the Aït Ayache
[00:21:13] tribe, which settled its southern and northern slopes in a distant
[00:21:17] and unknown past.
[00:21:27] In ancient times, the mountain was a disputed area between tribes
[00:21:30] due to the abundance of fertile pastures that served as important
[00:21:34] and desired summer
[00:21:35] resorts.
[00:21:38] During the era of inter-regional trade by pack animals,
[00:21:42] this giant mountain was also a major route for
[00:21:45] trade caravans connecting Timbuktu and the region
[00:21:48] towards the poles,
[00:21:52] and Paris.
[00:21:57] The weather was clear when we set out to climb the mountain, but
[00:22:00] our shock was great when we were surprised by a noticeable drop in
[00:22:04] temperature and the appearance of dense fog that obscured
[00:22:08] our vision
[00:22:08] and prevented our progress.
[00:22:12] The weather was ominous of a fierce snowstorm that began
[00:22:15] with light snowfall and then heavy snowfall that covered
[00:22:18] the sides of the road
[00:22:26] In the meantime, we realized that the best time to ascend this rugged mountain was the beginning
[00:22:30] of spring until the end of August.
[00:22:34] During that period, temperatures
[00:22:37] and such dangerous weather fluctuations
[00:22:41] disappear. However, caution against the possibility of weather changes at such
[00:22:44] high altitudes, exceeding
[00:22:47] 3700 meters above sea level,
[00:22:51] remains always necessary, as the weather
[00:22:54] there is unstable and can change at any
[00:22:57] moment, even in summer.
[00:23:01] The region is mountainous, and it is known for a significant and common drop
[00:23:04] in temperature and high winds throughout
[00:23:08] the year. It is unwise to climb such
[00:23:12] peaks without taking precautions
[00:23:13] against its turbulent
[00:23:41] climate. The lack of clear visibility that we faced
[00:23:45] was made worse by the intense cold accompanied by a wind
[00:23:50] until it almost threw us at times from the top of the mountain.
[00:24:17] We finally surrendered to our fate, but we are still
[00:24:20] determined to return again under suitable conditions when
[00:24:24] we feel a stable weather, different from the weather
[00:24:28] of this frustrating attempt.
[00:25:03] Midelt, which in its earlier era witnessed flourishing
[00:25:07] growth thanks to, began to experience difficult
[00:25:11] times due to the collapse of the global lead
[00:25:14] market. This was followed by a severe economic
[00:25:17] crisis, forcing the city to face
[00:25:28] hardships. Activists did not stand idly by, but rather
[00:25:30] had a strong resolve to face the challenges
[00:25:34] of their destiny.
[00:25:38] This resolve led to an alternative and bold economic
[00:25:40] transformation by turning towards apple cultivation
[00:25:44] as an alternative to the lead
[00:25:46] mining economy.
[00:25:50] Thanks to vigorously pursuing this new activity,
[00:25:53] the apple fruit became a symbol of the region and a national
[00:25:57] pride that prompted Midelt to celebrate its new
[00:26:01] economic identity every year. An
[00:26:03] international apple festival attracts visitors from all over
[00:26:06] the world.
[00:26:10] However, the constant drought plunged the region into
[00:26:13] a new period of frustration and uncertainty, threatening
[00:26:17] the progress made in reviving the region's economy and developing
[00:26:24] In the beginning, the production was good, things were good,
[00:26:27] the rain was good, and the country was good.
[00:26:31] There is a lot of shortage in all of Morocco,
[00:26:34] especially in the Atlas, which is known for snow. So there is a significant
[00:26:38] decrease in snow, and this caused a big problem for us in the shortage
[00:26:41] of water. Production also decreased, and quality also
[00:26:45] decreased because apples are highly related
[00:26:48] to climate and weather. So, climate has a
[00:26:51] big role. If it is lacking, then the quality is lacking. If there is a lot
[00:26:54] of rain and snow, then the quality is good.
[00:26:58] The same optimism that accompanied the planting of apples
[00:27:02] was hindered by the scourge of drought, threatening the city
[00:27:05] with the closure of the door of hope in front of it.
[00:27:10] never close with perseverance and strength
[00:27:14] not necessarily lie in green areas
[00:27:18] alone, but they may lie in the arid
[00:27:21] areas surrounding this vast
[00:27:24] Midelt region.
[00:27:27] These areas, which seem unproductive
[00:27:30] and useless, contain archaeological treasures
[00:27:38] can promote the future of the region's villages
[00:27:40] and their surroundings.
[00:27:43] About 4 km northwest of Midelt, in 1962,
[00:27:46] 1962
[00:27:48] an important archaeological mass grave was discovered between the Moulouya
[00:27:52] Valley and the Bouajoul Valley at a site
[00:27:55] called Agadir Taarart.
[00:27:58] The cemetery consists of 24 monolithic monuments
[00:28:01] on the left bank of the Bouajoul Valley, and
[00:28:05] it contains 11 tombs, all dating back to pre-Islamic
[00:28:08] times.
[00:28:12] archaeological treasure, we were accompanied by Dr. Youssef
[00:28:15] Al-Muqaddam, a researcher in the heritage of the Upper Moulouya, to a high
[00:28:20] to the ancient presence of settlement on these
[00:28:23] lands when they were fertile and prosperous.