Introduction
The High Atlas Mountains are Morocco's largest and highest mountain range, extending about 1,000 km across central Morocco from the Atlantic coast to the Algerian border, with peaks reaching over 4,000 meters. Near Marrakech and the village of Asni, the range offers dramatic scenery of sharp peaks, green valleys, and traditional Amazigh (Berber) villages, making it a popular destination for scenic drives, hiking, and cultural encounters.