About Marrakech:

Marrakech Morrocco is one of the four imperial impressive cities of Morocco which is called “the pearl of the south”. The city has an impressive history and was probably founded in 1062 by Abu Bakr, the cousin of Almoravid king Yusuf Ibn Tashfin who built several monuments in Marrakech. Today the red city definitely offers all that you could ask for.

Things to do in Marrakech:

Marrakech offers many things to visit, a day or two will not be enough to discover everything. We suggest you a few things that you can do during your stay in Marrakech to make your day more pleasant. Once you are in Marrakech ,you can visit the Djemaa el Fna, the best time to visit it is the afternoon from 3 pm, Jardin Majorelle, Bahia Palace, Menara gardens or the Koutoubia Mosque. For a small amount of dirhams you can also enjoy shopping in the Medina. You can also take a one day trip to the High Atlas Mountains , Ourika Valley, Imlil or the Ouzoud waterfalls. We have already written once about How to discover the best of Marrakech in one day, check it than! it may be something interesting if you have only one day to spend in Marrakech.

How to get to Marrakech

Getting to Marrakech is today much easier and comfortable. There are plenty of choices : you can do it by bus, by grande taxi from other Moroccan cities, train of plane. A super quick and easy way to get to Marrakech is that you can fly directly from your country to Marrakech Menara Airport or first to Casablanca Airport than 3 hours by train.

Marrakech Menara Airport is a worldwide airport operated by the Moroccan Airports Authority . It’s a modern airport with direct scheduled flights from all over Europe. You may have to change planes in Casablanca, for instance, if you are flying from Asia. It depends on your airline. The airport is located about 3 kilometers from the center of the city which is easily accessible by taxi or bus, the cost will be about 10 euros. It is also possible to rent a car at the airport.
Language spoken in Marrakech

Berber and Arabic is the official language of Morocco, but most of the Moroccans in major cities like Marrakech speak French as a second language and Spanish as 3rd language in the north of the country. English is equally popular by young people. As you know Marrakech is a tourist town, many people from the tourism industry speak several languages-including English, German, Spanish, Dutch… Don’t be afraid, language will not be a problem.

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The medina of Marrakech is one of the emblematic places of the city that we must not miss.
This medina plunges its visitors into the authentic atmosphere of Marrakech. With an area of ​​600 hectares it is considered one of the largest medinas in Morocco.
To go up and down it will take you good hours, you can even consider spending a whole day inside the medina, so you will have plenty of time to discover it from top to bottom and to soak up its sound. atmosphere.
The medina of Marrakesh comes from a long way, from the 11th century. Formerly it was a market and a military camp.
Many monuments testify to the military past of the medina of Marrakech such as the walls of the kasbah. They extend for 19 kilometers encircling the medina.
They are dotted with doors here and there, like Bab el Robb door and Bab Agnaou door.
While strolling in the medina of Marrakech, you will pass from one thematic souk to another, souk of the crafts, souk of spices, souk of the cook, etc.
Do not leave the medina of Marrakech before going to the Jewish quarter Mellah located in the southeast of the medina.
If you really like the atmosphere you can even live in the medina of Marrakech by opting for one of the many riads (traditional Moroccan houses).

About Moroccan Hollywood city:

On the threshold of the great south rises the majestic Ouarzazate, a striking mixture of oases, kasbahs and flourishing valleys. In a vast desert plateau that attracts tourists of different nationalities. In the shade of its palm trees, the city of Ouarzazate has settled, leaving behind a rocky vastness swept by all the winds of the Sahara. The city of Ouarzazate and its region offers beautiful natural scenery for film shoots which has made it for years an attraction of major producers and filmmakers of Hollywood and others.

History of the Ouarzazate city :

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The region of Ouarzazate, which has always attracted the attention of many historians, is still an enigma for them, however some archaeological research carried out has proved the existence of various civilizations that would have lived in this region; these same studies have also proved a very ancient human occupation: there were found rock engravings testifying prehistoric times.

About Casablanca City:

History of the city of Casablanca:

The city of Casablanca has developed on the site of an ancient city named Anfa, former fishing port. It is unclear who, Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans or Berbers, founded Anfamais she played an important role in Moroccan history at the end of the seventh century and the beginning of the eighth century.
Leon the African speaks of Casablanca as a very civilized and prosperous city because its territory was excellent for all kinds of cereals. In truth, it was the most beautiful site in all of Africa. But the inhabitants of Anfa armed in their little harbor with fustes with which they committed great ravages in the peninsula of Cadiz and all the coast of Portugal. The King of Portugal Don Ferdinand, in 1469, decided to attack the city with 50 ships and 10,000 men. The inhabitants of Anfa, not being able to defend the city, deserted her definitively to repatriate on Rabat and Salé. The destroyed city will remain uninhabited for three centuries.
The city suffered another Portuguese attack in 1515. Sixty years later, the Portuguese settled in the ancient city which was fortified, rebuilt and named after Casa Blanca. The incessant attacks of neighboring tribes and the ravages caused by the terrible earthquake of 1755 forced the Portuguese to withdraw from Casablanca.
During the reign of Mohammed Ben Abdellah (1757-1790) it was inhabited by the Berbers ... The city was fortified and rebuilt. It was called at that time Dar el Beida (white house in Arabic), name that the Spaniards transformed into Casablanca.
In the eighteenth century, the city of Casablanca became an important commercial center. In the mid-nineteenth century, the commercial role of the city grew and in 1862 a regular service between Marseille and Morocco was established. But it will remain a small village until the middle of the 19th century.
From the nineteenth century, the city grew thanks to the growth of the textile industry, and Casablanca will become one of the largest suppliers of wool in the Mediterranean.
Under the French protectorate, under the leadership of general and then Maréchal Lyautey, Casablanca knows the construction of one of the largest ports of Africa and a large urban development, disciplined by the urbanization plans of Prost then Ecochard.

Geography & climate of Casablanca:

Casablanca is located on the coast of Morocco. The mild Mediterranean climate that benefits the city will allow you to enjoy the huge beaches. Especially since laville experiences exceptional sunshine all year long.
Landmarks and tourist attractions of the city of Casablanca:

•  The Great Mosque Hassan II, built between 1986 and 1993. It is the largest minaret (200 m), and - after those of Mecca and Medina - the third largest mosque in the world.

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• The Arab League Park and Yasmina Park

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• The Villa des Arts Museum

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• Place Mohammed V: around this square stands the wilaya of Casablanca whose campanile of Tuscan inspiration attracts the glances as well as the palace of Justice of Arab-Andalusian inspiration and a big fountain.

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•  The old medina of Casablanca (Bab Marrakech)

•  The many "Art Deco" facades, notably along Mohammed V Avenue and Boulevard 11Janvier.

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Cultural agenda of the city:

•  Rabat, administrative capital and imperial city.

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More practical information for you about Casablanca city:

  How to get there ?

With its international airport, the largest of all Morocco, Casablanca is served internationally by several flights, the airport is 30km from the city, you can take a taxi or request a transfer to your incoming agency or pick up on site your rental car ...

 Where to stay?

At accommodation level, Casablanca has a large hotel capacity with its hotels classified from 1 to 5 stars, its guest houses, residences appart hotels and holiday clubs.

 Local Gastronomy?

Gastronomy Casablanca is influenced by its economic and touristic metropolis, you can enjoy a Moroccan cuckoo, a tagine fish or other international specialties, French and others.

 Leisure activities on the spot?

On site, you can have a wide choice of leisure activities that can enhance your stay, water activities (Jet Ski, Surf, Fishing, ...) to other land activities (quad rides, horseback riding, hiking, ...) .

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Ben Youssef Madrasa, Marrakech, Morocco,

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