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Essentials … Here is Key Information on Morocco and Marrakech at a glance: Morocco is a constitutional monarchy of North Africa. The official languages in Morocco are Arabic (different from the classical Arabic) and the Tamazigh (Berber). French is also very present, because of the history of Morocco during the French Protectorate. The population of Morocco is of 34…
Travel Guide … The centre of Marrakech is composed of several districts with different architecture due to the different eras of construction. The different Areas of Marrakech Gueliz Medina Palmeral are well connected together by bus or taxi Areas of Marrakech Gueliz Medina Palmeral | Guide The Mosque of the Koutoubia, dating back almost 1000 years, is often used as a symbol of…
… Along the First Foothills of the High Atlas Mountains, the Ourika valley stretches for 68 km practically from the gates of Marrakech (beginning of the plain of Haouz) to the Village – Douar of Setti Fatma at 1500m altitude. Very easy to reach from the Medina of Marrakech or Gueliz, about 30 km…
What To Visit ? …. Scroll down at a Glance interesting Tourism informations about the Red City and Things To Do in Marrakech – What To Visit on our Blog. Things To Do in Marrakech – What To Visit ? What to do? Museums & Gardens, Outings, Excursions, Restaurants Struggling to Prepare your next…
… Average daily temperature weather in marrakech vary from 20 degrees at the lowest in winter to 37 degrees in summer. The nights in winter are fresh and temperatures can drop to 5 degrees. Weather Temperatures per month in Marrakech is all detailled below. Find out What to Wear ? Recommendations Tips & Advice by Season 1/…
Exoticism & Poetry …. Marrakech is a Garden City. Many Gardens of marrakech are accessible for tourists willing to enjoy Palm Trees and Olive Trees plantations, but not only… You might be surprised by all the diversity of Plants. Also new Gardens are regularly created. Gardens of marrakech all have their own style and soul, and…
What to see ? … Marrakech is famous for its sites Jemaa El Fna Saadian Tombs Souk in Marrakech, but not only. Discover here the List of the Main Tourist Attractions of the Medina A little bit of history. Marrakech, ancient city, was founded by the Almoravides Berbers, who built the wall of the city and many mosques and…
History is a Long Lasting Tradition … This custom, which is made up of technical, religious and societal aspects, appeared Centuries Ago, and is still popular nowadays because hot water and steam bath brings unparalleled relaxation and spirituality. In Morocco and Marrakech in particular, the hammam is located in multiple places: Tourism wellbeing & wellness in Hammam & Spas…
French Moroccan Friendship … Dar Moulay Ali Maison de la France in Marrakech opened its doors in May 2017 within the Dar Moulay Ali French consular residence in the Medina. Managed by the Institut Francais of Marrakech, the site offers a place of exhibition, history and relaxation Dar Moulay Ali Maison de la France Marrakech | Riad…
An Haute Couture Museum …. Just 15 days after the opening of the Parisian museum, located in its former fashion house at 5 avenue Marceau, the yves saint laurent marrakech museum myslm dedicated to Yves St Laurent in Marrakech opened its doors on October 19,2017, just two steps away from the famous Jardin Majorelle Botanical Garden,…
History and Culture … From the sunrise to the confines of the night, the Jemaa El Fnaa Square Marrakech is strolled all day long by foreign tourists for the pleasure of the eyes and the purchase of souvenirs, and by the national tourists for Moroccan folk tales and attractions, and by many workers and trades (from…
19th Century Masterpiece … The Bahia Palace Marrakech is a major historical monument built in the 19th century, and the most visited in Morocco, with 600,000 visitors per year. 1/ Bahia Palace, Legacy of the Vizir time period Built on 2 hectares, plus 6 hectares of Agdal (vegetable garden), it is a masterpiece of Moroccan architectural art…
New Palace …. Dar el Bacha Confluences Museum in Marrakech Palace Pacha Glaoui, located in the medina of Marrakech, is one of the most beautiful palaces of the red city. Also called “the governor’s palace”, or Dar el Glaoui, it was built at the beginning of the 20th century. 1/ Dar El Bacha Palace… a bit of…
His Life & Work …. Jacques Majorelle Gardener Artist in Marrakech is a French orientalist painter and watercolorist born on 07 March 1886 in Nancy. He is the only son of the famous cabinetmaker from Nancy, Louis Majorelle, originally from Toul and co-founder with Emile Gallé and Victor Prouvé from the Nancy school of art nouveau,…
History & Visit of Ancient Jewish District … In Morocco, the Mellah is a term used to describe an area of residents of Jewish origin. It is generally surrounded by high walls to separate them from other population such as Christians and Muslims. Since 1438, following the great wave of immigration of Jews from Spain…
A Moroccan Love Story … The Majorelle Garden in Marrakech, Morocco, in the Guéliz district, is a lush and intimate Botanical Garden. Created by Jacques Majorelle, French adventurer and orientalist painter who settled in Morocco in 1917, it is today one of the most famous gardens in the world. Discover the history of this legendary and timeless Garden, which…
Opening 2018 in Marrakech … The former Dar Si Saïd Museum becomes Dar Si Saïd Moroccan Carpet and Carpets Museum . Named after its former owner and designer, it has just undergone a major renovation. Now managed by the National Foundation of Moroccan Museums, it opened its doors on June 28, 2018 to present the national…
Nightlife in Marrakech Restaurants Nightclubs Shopping | Quick Guide … Hippies or Jet Set, Marrakech brings together the extremes for nightlife in marrakech. Luxury evening by infinity pools, or a romantic mint tea on a terrace under the stars, Marrakech unveils its many facets. Clubs, Restaurants, Shopping.. Each one will find own style. The Riad will advise…
Koutoubia Mosque Marrakech Morocco | History & Architecture … Considered as one of the most beautiful monuments in North Africa by some, copied many times for its aesthetic and architectural side by others, the attraction of the Koutoubia Mosque makes it one of the main and emblematic tourist attractions of Marrakech. Due to its location…