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The pink valley of Kalaat M’Gouna
Unlike North the High Atlas Mountains, the south is a predominately dry, with a few greeneries along the various valleys of the region. The valley of Roses or so-called Roses valley is one of them.
Mgoun River is the life source of the valley, its banks are embellished in pink, especially during the harvesting of the Damask rose. The origin of the rose itself is still unknown, but the most popular story is pilgrims brought it from Mecca. The rose today is not only the symbol of this region but also the main source of income for many families. Small cooperative around the region produces Rosewater and other cosmetics rose-based products.
Kallat Mgouna
El Kalaa, is the business center of Roses valley, here you can find, coffees, banks, administrative services, and several Rose based products shops. While in town, you can also squeeze few hours to buy some gifts for family and friends. Each year Kalaat Mgouna has been holding the Rose festival for more than 50 years.