Atlas Studios
Description
Atlas Studios is a film production facility in Ouarzazate where outdoor sets and backdrops from various historical scenarios are on display. The location features large outdoor constructions including an Egyptian temple, a reconstructed Jerusalem, and other film scenes that visitors can explore on foot.
History
Atlas Studios was founded in 1983 to establish Morocco as a film production destination for Hollywood. Since its opening, it has grown into the world's largest film studio by area and hosted major productions including Gladiator, The Mummy, and Game of Thrones.
Culture
Atlas Studios demonstrates how film production transforms local landscapes into backdrops for global stories. The sets here represent different worlds and historical periods, shaping how visitors and audiences worldwide perceive and imagine distant places and times.
Practical
The site is located roughly 4 km (2.5 miles) from central Ouarzazate along the main road and is easily accessible by taxi or bus. Visitors should bring sun protection and water, as exposure is significant while walking between sets, and guided tours are included with the entrance fee.
Did you know?
Visitors sometimes witness live film shoots when active productions are underway on the grounds. This offers the rare opportunity to observe how scenes are actually filmed and to see actors working between real sets.
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