Christopher Nolan chooses Morocco, Ait Ben Haddou to stand for the city of Troy in his adaptation of the Odyssey.
Creator Christopher Nolan filming now with the participation of the biggest Hollywood actors, Starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Matt Damon, Lupita Nyong’o and Robert Pattinson, The Odyssey Described as a mythic action epic that follows the tale of Odysseus & his 10 year journey home after the Trojan War. where the most important parts of a huge cinematic epic, the chapters of which date back to a story from Greek literature.
On the side of Ait Ben Haddou, which has been cast as Troy for Christopher Nolan’s version of the Odyssey.
This marks the first time the trojan horse has been depicted standing on two legs, and the first rendition of the Trojan war to be done in Morocco.
Christopher Nolan has reconstructed an entire city inside this historical site, reflecting his unique cinematic vision and commitment to realistic details.
Aït Benhaddou is a famous fortified village (ksar) in Morocco, located in the province of Ouarzazate, along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. It is known for its traditional mud brick architecture and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.
This ksar consists of a collection of earthen buildings surrounded by defensive walls, with towers on the corners. Historically, it was an important stop for traders crossing the desert. Today, while only a few families still live in the old part, it is a major tourist attraction and has been used as a filming location for numerous movies and TV shows, including Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and The Mummy, and Now The Odyssey.
Living history meets Hollywood magic in the heart of Morocco ait benhaddou.
