Marrakech

The “Red City” of Marrakesh is a magical place, brimming with markets, gardens, palaces, and mosques. Exploring the intimate courtyards and snaking alleyways of the historic Medina can easily eat up a day. Find inner peace at the serene Jardin Majorelle or take in the beauty of one of the city’s historic mosques (taking note that, unless you are Muslim, you are not allowed to enter.

 

 

  • Marrakech hosts one of the biggest souks of Morocco
  • It’s forbidden to cut the palm trees in the city
  • Marrakech is becoming one of the leading golfing destinations
  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Tangia, Marrakech’s speciality dish
  • Horse-drawn carriages represent an old tradition

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About Destination

Marrakesh, a former imperial city in western Morocco, is a major economic center and home to mosques, palaces and gardens. The medina is a densely packed, walled medieval city dating to the Berber Empire, with mazelike alleys where thriving souks (marketplaces) sell traditional textiles, pottery and jewelry. A symbol of the city, and visible for miles, is the Moorish minaret …

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Special Food

Kebabs Who can resist endless rows of perfectly symmetrical skewers of meat? Moroccans like to roast their meat over an open grill. The coal lends the kebabs a subtle smokiness that makes them absolutely scrumptious. Tagines If there is one dish that defines Moroccan cuisine, it is the tagine. A variety of vegetables and meats are slow-cooked in a clay …

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Do’s & Dont’s

Marrakech‚ Do’s‚  Bring tissues with you as toilets are often unequipped! Use antibacterial hand gel as a good alternative to washing hands. Agree the taxi fare before entering a petit‚ taxi. You can normally get anywhere in Marrakech for under 50 dh or try just getting in and stating‚ your destination with no discussion. You may get a surprise and he will use …

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