The image displays a panoramic view of a traditional fortified village, or ksar, situated on a hillside in Tabouraht, Morocco, under a clear, bright blue sky

The image displays a panoramic view of a traditional fortified village, or ksar, situated on a hillside in Tabouraht, Morocco, under a clear, bright blue sky. The ksar comprises numerous multi-story mud-brick structures with towers and fortified walls, exhibiting uniform reddish-brown coloration consistent with the arid landscape. In the midground, a wide, shallow river with reddish-brown water flows, flanked by a sandy riverbed. Several groups of individuals, estimated between 30 and 40 people, are visible walking across the riverbed and along its banks, suggesting pedestrian activity and tourism. Sparse green vegetation, including palm trees, is present along the river course, contrasting with the predominantly barren, reddish-brown terrain. Beyond the ksar, a series of rounded, layered hills rise, primarily composed of the same reddish earth. In the distant background, a range of snow-capped mountains is visible. In the immediate foreground, a few deciduous trees with bare branches are present, along with partially constructed or renovated low-rise mud-brick buildings featuring stone foundations and visible fencing. The overall environment is dry and desert-like, characterized by its distinct geological formations and traditional architecture.