Introduction
Situated at the foot of the Sahara Desert, Atlas Studios Ouarzazate is one of Africa’s most famous filmmaking destinations. Dubbed the “Hollywood of Africa,” it is much more than a filming location – it is now a top tourist destination that attracts people from all over Africa and the world.
A World-Class Film Studio
Atlas Studios has a worldwide reputation as one of the largest film studios in the world. It has also hosted many large international productions, historical epic movies and blockbuster fantasy films. In addition to the large studio’s expanse of desert landscape, it also has many available built sets and a very experienced crew of local people who provide manpower for the various types of productions.
The Advantages of Filming in Ouarzazate
Morocco has multiple advantages for filming: year-round sunny weather, diversity in scenery, and affordable costs of production. Atlas Studios has a number of different available sets, including replicas of ancient cities and places to film desert battles. In addition to these attributes, the support of the film industry by the Government of Morocco has elevated the city of Ouarzazate to be the centre of filmmaking in Africa.
Beyond Filming: Atlas Studios as a Tourist Attraction
For tourists visiting Ouarzazate and Morocco in general, Atlas Studios is an interactive film museum where they can walk through sets used in films, see areas where films are made (behind the scenes), and participate in the history of film. Film tourism also helps support locally owned businesses, create jobs, and help to develop the economy in Ouarzazate and the surrounding regions.
Pride in Culture and Africans as a People
People are becoming more aware of Africa’s importance in the global storytelling landscape, thanks to Atlas Studios. The studio has made it easy for African filmmakers to produce films with both international appeal and a local story. In addition to reducing the barriers for African creatives to produce films for a worldwide audience, digital platforms and AI editing tools to produce films.
A Growing Travel Hotspot
In addition to film, Ouarzazate has much to offer as a great place to travel. There is also a lot to offer as a travel destination, including the kasbahs, the beautiful desert tours and the wide range of cultural experiences.
Conclusion
Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate is much more than the “Hollywood of Africa.” It is a reflection of Africa’s burgeoning film industry and one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in the world. Atlas Studios is continuing to elevate the profile of Africa on the world stage by connecting film, culture and technology.
