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By Dinarconsulting - Thursday, April 25, 2019
One of the most famous historical spaces in Morocco, has for centuries stored the expressions of popular culture and open spectacle in the face of visitors from around the world, as well as the importance of commercial and economic place.
Site
Jemaa el Fna Square is located in the center of the ancient city of Marrakech, the capital of the Almoravids, and the city of historical weight and cultural and tourist radiation. Close to the ancient Kutoubia Mosque, and the arena is the home of the commercial movement and crossing the various joints of the Red City.
History
Historical sources link the origins of Djemaa el Fna square with the establishment of Marrakesh in 1071 by the Almoravids. Its commercial function was crystallized before it became more important after the construction of the nearby Kutoubia mosque, which was granted a greater status.
There are those who call it the courtyard of Jemaa el-Fna, in relation to the courtyard of the house, ie, the open courtyard, and there are those who depend on the opening to open the courtyard, claiming that it was the scene of execution in the ages of the era of absence, but there is a consensus that the arena formed over centuries long place to review the armies in their way To military campaigns.
According to some sources, the scene was the site of the army gathering in the era of the Almoravid state before launching military campaigns in various directions, including the campaign of Youssef Ben Tashfin to Andalusia, which culminated in his victory in the Battle of the famous "Zalka" on the Spaniards.
Despite its presence and its vital location in the Almoravid era, some historians associate the name "Al Fna" with the courtyard of the Great Mosque built by the Sa'dids in the Rued El Zaytoun district in the 16th century. The scene has been so widely known to be a space for many films, including Arabic.
Its classification in 2001 as UNESCO's World Heritage of Humanity was the most important turning point in the life of the place, as a universal recognition of its cultural value, a celebration of the pioneers of popular folkloric arts, and an oral memory of intergenerational heritage.
The Spanish writer Juan Guetisolo, who has chosen stability in Marrakech since the 1970s, has played an important role in rallying support for this international recognition of space protection, sustaining its activities and helping its leaders withstand the vicissitudes of modern life.
Cultural and tourism activity
Jemaa El Fna Square has become a registered tourist attraction that attracts visitors from around the world. It is one of the most famous open human spaces of its age. It stores the secrets and legacy of the times of the past through the art of watching suggested by practitioners who practice various forms of artistic communication with people, either folk singing, a mathematical and philological review, or chapters of traditional tales or snake-tasting art Monkeys and other offers that appeal to visitors according to their preferences.
In parallel with this constant activity, throughout the day and into the late night, traditional occupations such as the henna pattern and the traditional traditional cuisine of the region and the various regions of Morocco flourish.
In general, the displays of the arena, organized in the form of circular assemblies around the narrator, artist or acrobat, are an opportunity to see the richness and diversity of Moroccan cultural heritage in its Arab, Amazigh, Saharan and African dimensions.
According to Spanish writer Goetisolo, the scene is "unmatched across the world", although it can be eliminated by administrative decision, it is impossible to establish a similar arena by a decision of this kind.
The scene inspired many poets and novelists texts that immortalized this space and gave birth to it. Jemaa el Fna Square has been ranked the world's top ten theme parks by adioso.com.
Marrakesh Morocco's tourist front, its capital is the days of the Almoravids and the Almohads. It is called the red city. The text is in Twitter, compared to the predominant color on its buildings, and it is described in the city of Bahja.
Described by the Europeans as a charming city of nature and healthy climate, which made thousands of them choose to settle them, and they have global personalities and names of great in the world of politics, art and sports.
Site
Located in the south of Morocco at the foot of the Atlantic Mountains, 30 kilometers away, it is 450 meters above sea level. It is 327 kilometers from the capital Rabat. It is characterized by a semi-dry climate, mild wet weather and hot dry summer.
The city is estimated at about 230 square kilometers, and is described as "the red city, wide open, the university between free heat and shadow, and snow and palm."
Population
Marrakesh is Morocco's third-largest city with a population of more than 1 million of the country's population, according to official estimates. Most of them are employed in the modern and traditional services, industry, entrepreneurship and public service sectors.
Economy
The city's economy is heavily dependent on tourism and real estate, and it is based on traditional industry as an important source of tourism. More than 40,000 people work in the pottery, copper, leather, carpet and other industries, as well as exhibitions such as the Marrakech International Fair for Industry and Aviation Services.
The city has a modern transport network and roads, with a railway and an international airport, the second in Morocco in terms of passenger traffic.
Marrakesh was chosen as the world's top tourist destination by 2015, in a ranking compiled by the world-renowned Trip Advisor. Marrakesh excelled in the world's most prestigious capitals, including London, Rome and Paris.
The "Flower of the South" ranked first in the national level, in terms of the number of tourists in the city, the number exceeded two million tourists in 2014, and ranked seventh in the Arab world, in the results of cities that saw the largest number of visitors, according to a report for the British newspaper.
Marrakech is the first tourist center in Morocco and has an important hotel infrastructure, with more than 1,400 housing units, including over 170 hotels.
History
The establishment of Marrakesh dates back to the time of the Almoravids, and the narratives differ in the interpretation of the name; some see Marrakesh as an Amazigh word meaning "pass quickly"; others see Aksh as the name of an ancient god.
There are those who believe that the name "Marrakesh" is due to the Amazigh word "Amor n Akush". It speaks Amazigh Amorrak, meaning the country of God or the land of God, a sign of its universal dimension and belonging to humanity as a whole.
Since its establishment as the capital of the Almoravids to the French occupation of modern times, the name of Marrakesh has been referred to all of Morocco. It is still spoken in all languages, such as Marrakesh, Marocos and Morroccos.
Historical sources say that the construction of the first nucleus of Marrakech was in 1070 by a group of Amazigh tribes came from the desert, and chose its location near the desert of Mtouna, and the mountains Almmsamda.
The red city is described as most of its houses were painted red and more beautiful and bright with the reflection of the sunset light on their homes.
Marrakesh is also known as the "City of Seven Men." The researchers trace the origin of this to a group of prominent scholars and Sufis who lived in the city and played a major role in spreading the political, intellectual and educational awareness among its inhabitants. They were: Yusuf ibn Ali al-Sanhaji, Ayad ibn Musa al-Yusebi, Abbas al-Sabti, Muhammad ibn Sulaiman al-Jazuli, Abdul Aziz al-Tabaaa, Muhammad ibn 'Ajal al-Ghazawani and' Abd al-Rahman al-Dareer.
The city was a major urban and organizational boom during the reign of Sultan Yusuf ibn Tashifin (1061-1107) and became the capital and political and cultural center of the Almoravid state and the entire Islamic West.
Al-Humairi described in his book Al-Rawad Al-Matar in the news of the countries that it is the largest city of Morocco, and its trade and its people were very competitive and the hotels and bathrooms were built there, and there is a great Caesarea in it.
After the year 1147, the Almohad state contributed to the development of the city after it took a capital and left it with landmarks still in place, and all those who came after them from the Marinids, even though they did not take it as the capital and the Saadian, continued to paint the walls of the bracelets and buildings with bricks and clay, The Red City.
Under the reign of the Alawites, it took place in the days of Sultan Sidi Mohamed, where many neighborhoods and landmarks were built and several of its mosques, walls and monuments were restored.
Landmarks
The city of Marrakesh is rich with historical and cultural monuments that bear witness to a long history, including the walls of Marrakech, which is estimated to be about nine kilometers long, and has doors, notably the door of Aknau and Doukkala.
It has the Almoravid dome, a living witness that highlights the beauty of the Almoravid architecture, and contains artistic inscriptions with arches and shapes resembling a seven-star.
Some of the ancient historians and geographers consider the palace in Marrakesh to be one of the wonders of the world because it contains four gardens, decorations, marble, crowns and pillars covered with gold leaves and multicolored tiles.
One of the most famous landmarks of the city is the Koutoubia Mosque, the Ibn Youssef School and the Jemaa el Fna square, which is frequented by pilgrims from inside and outside Morocco. UNESCO in 1997 considered it a humane oral heritage.
The "Palm Capital" has other historical attractions, including the Majorelle Gardens, which contain rare flora and fauna from the five continents, and the Manara Gardens, which are surrounded by the large Manara reservoir
Festival of nomads of music 2019 Mhamid Lghazlan Morocco
By Dinarconsulting - Friday, March 29, 2019
From 4 to 6 April 2019, Nomads of the World organizes the 16th International Festival of Travelers in Mahameed El Ghazlan, 90 km south of Zagora, in the Wadi Draa, Morocco.
During these three days, cultural activities will highlight the material and intangible heritage of nomadic tribes, thus helping to preserve their cultural identity. This festival is a true "starting point" for Bedouin culture. Nearly 24,000 of the festival's pioneers. free entry.
#Music - Nomad Music Festival 2019 - Mahamid - Morocco!
The first festival to be held in southern Morocco, the International Festival of Travelers for 15 years was an international reference in terms of cultural diversity and openness to the world.
The International Bedouin Festival is an outdoor festival and festival for citizens and art.
Art is presented in all its forms: crafts, painting, fabric ... but also - and most importantly - music, songs and dances, performed by artists (local, national and international) are invited to come on stage.
During these three days, conferences, round tables and workshops will be organized on different topics (Bedouin, heritage, environmental protection, economy, education, music, etc.).
Cooking will result in competition from the Mella sandwiches, one of the main preparations in the desert. This sport will not outweigh the demonstrations of hockey suit and camel racing.
On an economic level, the festival brings more materials into the daily lives of the local population, greatly improving their living conditions.
At the social level, the festival unites the creation of spaces for training, networking and exchange of ideas and experiences among different actors.
It is a catalyst for craftsmen and young people who have strong ties with visitors from all over Morocco and abroad to discover and understand the "spirit" of this unique festival. The event is supported by the Zagora Governorate Council, the Ministry of Culture, the Moroccan National Tourist Office, the Orange Foundation and many other partners.
In the program of this 16th edition
The nomads are the distinguished authors of the festival. Every person carries a project and assumes responsibility by using his knowledge and knowledge, which for many of them are grandparents, for the well-being of all. More than fifteen concerts will be filled with enamel these days, including Mehdi Nuzoli, the talented young people who rubbed their shoulders with the great Moroccan teacher and considered the new generation of the Knawi tradition, Cheick Tidiane Seck, a keyboard musician that moves between jazz and African music and ignites Parisian and financial scenes . As for the Algerian singer Hasnaa El-Basharya, with a deep and peaceful voice, she will listen to the music of Gnaoua, which usually only allows men to train on it. Other famous artists such as Noman Lahlou, Abdellah Embadougou, Nabil Othmani, Jock, Sisters Haya, Manina ... will delight the senses during these three days. Creativity, solidarity and generosity are not empty words in the land of sand ... It is a true discovery and participation proposed by the World Traveler Association during this powerful time, the International Bedouin Festival.
The Moroccan Desert
The unknown, the dreamed, the fascinating, the mysterious. It also has its place in a lost and wonderful point of Morocco, where it seems that there is no such thing! However, a whole life is bubbling! Because Morocco is also the desert, a world that starts east at Jebel Siroua and west at the foot of the Anti-Atlas.One of the fascinating parts of Morocco now appears to you, after Zagora. Adventure on foot, or dromedary, or maybe 4x4? All means are good to reach this unusual world of drought, stony, dunes and silence, ... An inexhaustible silence, an encounter with oneself and with nature! A change of scenery. A world where sand is king, where low or majestic hills form slippery ripples at your pace. Nothing else on the horizon! But, suddenly, the mirage is there an oasis waiting for you to relieve your thirst and refresh your trip.
Cross the desert, Chgaga, Foum Zguid, Tata, Foum el Hassan, the big dream, the great change of scenery. Stages of stages are installed there. realized! A true expedition that demands that we be well prepared to do it.
- Chgaga:
After Mhamid, about 60 km on a sandy track, to admire the high dunes of Chgaga, beautiful place in the middle of this great desert world!
- Foum Zguid:
After a stony and sandy track offering a rather sorry show we will arrive at Foum Zguid, administrative center in a beautiful palm grove.
Beautiful view of the oasis and fortified villages built throughout the Wadi Ziz.
- Mrimiah:
50 km further, you will reach this old caravan center in a beautiful palm grove, where you will find a Ksar Ouled Yayia and Zaouia founded in the first part of the seventeenth century.
- Tissint:
Great and beautiful oasis of five ksour crossed by the wadi of the same name. Inhabited by Chleuh and Harratine. It was a long time dependent on Ida Oublad, who in exchange, refrained from hurting their oasis. The palm trees of the region produce a remarkable variety of dates, very delicate taste and excellent conservation.
- Tata:
At 272 km from Zagora, large and beautiful oasis watered by three wadis from the Anti-Atlas and which meet to cross a cluse, at the buttress of Jebel Bani and join the Draa Valley .. This splendid oasis includes thirty or so ksour with pink rammed walls. The population composed in particular of Chleuh and Harratine, speaks a Berber dialect but also Arabic.
- Akka:
Chef-lieu of a beautiful oasis 341 km from Zagora, including a dozen ksour. Delicious variety of fruits grown in the region: dates, figs, pomegranates, peaches, hazelnuts, quince and grapes. We could not believe it. Akka, capital is a place well known as a stopover for those who venture beyond Mhamid! Do not miss the rock carvings, especially those of the Adrar n'Metgourine, one of the most beautiful sites of the bovidian era of southern Morocco. Images engraved on the sandstone, representing antelopes, two-wheeled carts, elephants, testify the passage from a world of hunters to a world of pastors and especially they remind us that there were then lakes in the Sahara
- Foum el Hassan:
Zagora is 427 km away. One could not help but admire the Ksar of Imi Ougadir, the most important of the oasis, serving collective attic Ait or Mribet. According to tradition, it was founded by Christianized Berbers, hunted in the 13th century. At 100km on the asphalt road we will meet Bou Izakarn. Countless opportunities for escapades are there! Near the palm grove of Tarjicht stands the agadir of Aïd Aïssa., Founded probably in the twelfth century at the time Almohade on a steep peak and difficult to access. Before Bou Izakarne, a small fortified village near a small palm grove, the Atlas oasis is the center of one of the oldest inhabited regions of Morocco where the population was one of the last to convert to Islam.
- Beautiful tours by tracks to the exuberant and magical oases: (from Goulimine)Track IRHERM
- TATA - AKKA (in the heart of a forest of date trees, fig trees, vineyards, pomegranates, peaches, hazelnuts.
- TATA-TISSINT track: Very hard track Foum Zguid (where the track becomes normal again) - Mhamid (Palmeraie- Tagounite (a few kilometers away, the sugar loaf of Masmoda- Zagora (souk on Wednesdays and Sundays).
Morocco has several towns and tourist villages worth visiting. Whether you are passionate about culture, history or nature, Morocco will meet all your desires and you will experience an unforgettable authentic touristic experience.We will introduce you below:Among the tourist cities of Morocco: Marrakech - Agadir - Casablanca - Rabat - Tangier - Essaouira - Ouarzazate - Safi - Tinghir - Tafraout Meknes - Zagora - Taroudant - Azilal.Among the
Discover the beauty of Marrakech, Atlas Mountains and Essaouira
By Dinarconsulting - Sunday, March 10, 2019
YOUR TRAVEL GUIDE TO MARRAKECH, ATLAS MOUNTAINS AND ESSAOUIRA
Between Spain and Algeria lies Europe’s gateway to exotic adventures, a country that exudes culture and history. Where the Medina create a maze of narrow alleyways, and the sand dunes paint an endless picture of crimson and gold. Where you can feast on Tajine before relaxing with a steaming cup of mint tea, often accompanied by delicate sweets. Where are we heading to this time? The ever-enchanting North African Kingdom of Morocco.
With a single journey, you could find yourself surfing across the mighty North Atlantic swells in Essaouira, living among the nomadic Berbers of the Atlas Mountains or navigating your way through the souks of Marrakech. Whichever experience calls to you, Morocco will rise to the occasion. And so, without further delay, let’s venture deep into the heart of this incredible country where we will explore the lively city of Marrakech, the coastal resort town of Essaouira and the mesmerizing Atlas Mountains. Our journey begins in Marrakech, in a city often mistaken as the capital of Morocco.
While that title actually belongs to Rabat, most travelers and locals would agree that Marrakech is where the heart of Morocco lies. This vibrant city is the perfect place to head off on your North African adventure. Start in Jemaa El-Fnna, the city’s main square and marketplace, where performers and merchants, tourists and locals blend together into one incredible sensory experience.
Throughout the day, the market is full of stalls selling everything from freshly-squeezed orange juice to leather goods and fragrant spices. And don’t be surprised if you pass by a few snake charmers along the way. As the day wears on some vendors will depart, making room for the dancers, storytellers, and magicians who will entertain crowds of locals and travelers well into the night.
And as the sun begins to set, claim a spot at one of the nearby rooftop lounges where, for a small cover charge, you can unwind with a drink in your hand as the sun sets over Marrakech. Before heading towards the coast, pay a visit to the city’s souk which borders the main square. This traditional North African market is a popular shopping spot for locals and tourists alike.
Here you’ll find everything from delicately crafted lamps, carpets and handbags to delectable treats such as dates, sweet candies and even fried donuts. A perfect way to bid Marrakech Ma’a salama! Now let’s go west towards the coast where the charming resort city of Essaouira, is a short, but scenic 3-hour drive away. This colorful port city is the laid-back alternative to Marrakech, and spending a couple of days here will allow you to fully bask in its old world charm.
The city itself is a favorite among travelers, thanks to its unique aesthetic which extends to every corner of Essaouira's fortified sand-colored borders. Like Marrakech, this part of Morocco is a cultural melting pot, mostly because of its location. The city lies at the crossroads between different tribes and ethnic groups, with a modest European influence hanging in the air. This extraordinary and unique fusion of cultures in these parts is one of the many beautiful things about Morocco.
If you’re feeling indecisive about how to spend your day, consider joining a tour, where you can explore the winding streets of the old Medina and Jewish Mellah, alongside a local expert. Discover the freshest mint leaves, finest Leather wear and handcrafted ceramics you’ve ever seen. And before you leave, don’t forget to shop at the spice-laden stalls and see the work of local artists in the city’s many art galleries.
The Medina in Essaouira is surprisingly easy to navigate, but if you feel yourself getting lost, simply look skyward and follow the seagulls to reach the harbor where you can enjoy a hearty plate of freshly caught fish that has been grilled to perfection over a bed of charcoal. But if the hunger pains have yet to strike, you can simply watch the local fisherman at work in the nearby port or stop for a moment to enjoy the picturesque views over the harbour.
Pair these experiences with the infectious live music and traditional dancers who fill Essaouira ’s many public spaces and you’ll find yourself planning your return before you’ve even left. But of course, no trip to Morocco would be complete without exploring the majestic Atlas Mountains. About a day’s drive from Essaouira, you will find the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains and the peaceful town of Midelt.
Spend your afternoon watching the nomadic shepherds tend to their flocks and head over to the village of where you can see the local farmers in action. End your first day in the Atlas Mountains by gathering around the local musicians and enjoying the sounds of their traditional songs under the star-filled night sky.
With the glow of the stars to keep you company, enjoy a sound night’s sleep, knowing that in the coming days, you’ll journey deeper into this mountainous region The next day, head towards Todgha Gorge, a series of impressive limestone river canyons in the eastern part of the High Atlas Mountains. If you can make the time, visit El Khorbat Oujdid, a fortified village that is also home to a modest oasis museum.
And once you finally arrive in the valley of the gorge, be sure to dedicate at least one full day to explore the breathtaking natural scenery. The best way to experience the area is by taking a guided hike through the gorge. Choose from one of several circuits that vary in length and difficulty. And don’t worry, most trails are ready for hiking no matter your fitness level or ability just as long as you take the necessary precautions.
If you take the most popular trail, you’ll be greeted by high walls of grey and pink rock towering over you an incredible sight to behold. This particular trail will also have you passing by Berber villages and green Palmeraies along the way. Your visit to a Berber village will give you a chance to learn a little about ancient mountain culture. The Berbers themselves are an indigenous people that hail from all over North Africa, not just Morocco, who are renowned as much for their hospitality as they are for their stunning craftsmanship.
They speak a variety of languages and in recent years, have begun to open up their homes to travelers so that their distinct culture and history can flourish in a modern landscape. We promise this is one experience you will never forget. And after a couple of days exploring the villages and valley in this majestic gorge, it will be time to visit yet another of Morocco’s unique and marvelous sites the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou.
On the edge of the High Atlas Mountains lies this traditional mud brick city, which served as the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. Known as Morocco’s desert hotspot, Ait-Ben-Haddou is an iconic highlight in North Africa and has even been featured in several films and televisions series throughout the decades, including everything from Oedipus Rex to Game of Thrones. A perfect example of southern Moroccan architecture, the city used to serve as a critical stop along the caravan route between Sudan and Marrakech where traders and their camels could refuel.
In its heyday, Ait Ben Haddou was teeming with life thanks to the traders transporting gold, silver, and salt that passed through the city in large numbers. In those days, there was everything from sparkling palaces to large, lively community squares. Nowadays the city has a much different vibe and its importance as a trade route is all but a distant memory.
From a distance, it’s not hard to imagine a bustling city full of traders and craftsmen but upon closer inspection, you’ll feel more like Indiana Jones on an expedition through a lost city. Despite the passage of time, Ait Ben Haddou has managed to maintain its authenticity and you won’t be disappointed by its network of earthen buildings, defensive walls and guard towers.
During your visit, you can meet with the few locals who have chosen to remain residents of this otherwise abandoned fortification. Sip mint tea at a cafe designed to provide visitors with a perspective into the traditions and heritage of life in the fortress. Or observe nimble-fingered women weave spectacular designs into brightly colored rugs.
And if you’re just looking to unwind, you can simply sit back and watch as the shadows descend on the alleyways around you, taking this peaceful moment to reflect on your time in this remarkable country. Marrakech, Essaouria, the Atlas Mountains and the nearby city of Ait Benhaddou are but four highlights of a country filled with cultural and natural wonders.
According to Which Travel, there is less crime and risk of terrorism in Morocco than in most European and American countries.
TOURISM - Morocco is among the countries where you can travel safely and peacefully, according to the British magazine Which? Travel. The latter annually ranks the 20 safest destinations in the world. Ranked 8th, the kingdom is the only North African country in the top 20.
The crime rate, the terrorist threat and the risk of natural disasters are the three criteria taken into account by this media. It is based on data published by international organizations such as the World Economic Forum to measure crime rates, the World Risk Report for natural disasters and the British National Health Agency, which annually the most epidemiologically secure health in the world.
For example, Morocco has a lower risk of natural disasters, terrorist threats and criminal violence than most European and American countries. It ranks as the safest country in Africa and second in the MENA region, behind the United Arab Emirates. He is closely followed by Jordan, which climbs to 9th position.
Not surprisingly, Iceland is at the top of the rankings. South Africa, which has one of the highest crime rates in the world, is in last place.
The full ranking of Which? Travel:
1. Iceland
2. United Arab Emirates
3. Singapore
4. Spain
5. Australia
6. Canada
7. Japan
8. Morocco
9. Jordan
10. Barbados
11. Greece
12. Vietnam
13. France
14. Italy
15. United States
16. Mexico
17. India
18. Thailand
19. Turkey
20. South Africa
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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.
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).
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History of the Ouarzazate city :
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The region of Ouarzazate seems to have been the point of commercial meetings with several countries of the North and South of the continent, Also other economic interests, looking for gold and other metals, would have determined the establishment of merchants of different nationalities and religions in this part of the
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Geography & climate of the Ouarzazate city :
The province of Ouarzazate is located in the south-east of Morocco, belonging to a pre-Saharan region, it delimited by: - North by the province of Haouz and Azilal.
- In the East by the province of ERRACHIDIA.
- To the West by the province of Tata.
- South by the province of Zagora.
Monument and tourist attractions of Ouarzazate:
- Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou.
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- The Kasbah Tifoultoute, about ten kilometers from Ouarzazate.
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- The Kasbah of Taourirt.
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- The palm grove of Skoura.
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To see around Ouarzazate:
- The Kasbah Telouet, former home of the powerful Pasha El Glaoui.
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- Gorges Todgha Tinghir, 169km, beautiful place set between mountains with a river that flows throughout the year and a climate of well being soft and friendly.
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- The Gordes of Dades: a passage between mountains on the side of the city of Boumalen Dadés, a road in the shape of a snake dug.
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- The village of Tamegroute: former high place of Zaouia Nassiria, well known by its Koranic library, gathering manuscripts of great value and its pottery factory, with green as a color specific to its clay works.
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- The city of Zagora: 164km further south.
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- The Sunset in Merzouga, south of Ouarzazate, 300Km, one of the best sunsets and sunrises in the world, in golden sand dunes, a place to visit
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- The dunes of Chegaga: further south of Ouarzazate at 260Km, on the borders of Algeria, an immense space of sand dunes is offered to you!
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Cultural Agenda of the city of Ouarzazate:
- The Ahwach Festival of Ouarzazate in the month of July each year.
- The festival of Roses Kelâat Mgouna, a hundred kilometers from the city of Ouarzazate.
