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Why visit Morocco
Morocco attracts millions of travelers each year, mostly from Europe. And we understand why! Morocco offers a wide range of landscapes and activities that do not leave indifferent tourists: beaches and seaside resorts on the Mediterranean or Atlantic coasts, Atlas Mountains or dunes, wadis, and oases of the desert, or secret lanes from the medina of the beautiful cities Fez, Tangier, Marrakech or Casablanca. The hospitality of the locals is sometimes even insistent, which you may not like at first sight. But take the time to adapt, and you will leave Morocco the tear in the eye.
Rabat: The capital of Morocco has attractions of choice. Its medina contains many treasures: very quiet compared to other cities in the country, it is made of white houses with blue shutters. Access is via the Bab El Had or Bab El Alou gates. Inside, there is the Kasbah of Oudaïas, which was built in the 12th century, and which has been classified by UNESCO since 2012. In the rest of the city, visit the royal palace Dâr-al-Makhzen, then not far the Necropolis of Chellah. To the east, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Hassan Tower are the other jewels of Rabat.
Tangier: The very cultural city of Tangier is separated from Spain and Europe only by the Strait of Gibraltar. Go stroll through the alleys of the medina, see the Kasbah, then the palace of Sultan Dar-el-Makhzen. South of Tangier, the plain of Rharb is conducive to bird watching, inspiration (painters and other artists came to Tangier and here), and quiet walks. Hiking in the Rif are also recommended, region known for its mountains with a rich flora, where we also cultivate cannabis. Finally, the coast of Tangier Saidia is less crowded but is growing very fast. The city of Tetouan, for example, is definitely worth seeing. Enjoy it now!
Marrakech: With its huge projects of huge hotel complexes, new city, new impressive structures, and mass tourism, Marrakech could have lost its charm. But it takes much more than that for the pearl of the South is devoid of any interest. Check it starting with Jemaa El Fna square. Then, the Medina, the largest in the Maghreb, concentrates all the excitement of the city with its colorful souks, which contrast well with the calm of the riads. Take time to discover all the places rich in architecture and history: the Bahia Palace, the Ben-Youssef Madrasa, the Koutoubia minaret, the El-Badi Palace, and finally the Marrakesh Museum.
Fez: Inside the ramparts, there is the medina. Enter it by the magnificent Bab Bujloud Gate. One thing not to be missed: the souk of tanners, in which you will make very beautiful photos. Although the visit is forbidden, you can admire the Quaraouiyine Mosque from the outside. At the option of alleys, alleys, and Fassi houses, the Médersa Bou-In.
And don’t forget places like Ouarzazate and the Sahara Desert!
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