Jalaba
by keeweechic about Clothes & Shoes
The Jalaba or Jellabas is a traditional dress of Morocco. It is more like an robe or overcoat with a hood. Both men and women wear the Jalaba but can be different colours and materials. The Jabador is a two piece outfit.
View on the stork's nest
by Bigjones about Le nid de cigogne (the stork's nest)
We met the owner of this restaurant by a mere chance, that's how we got to know it. It's very well located, in the Kasbah district, near the Saadian tombs, and from the terrace, you have a nice view on the storks. The terrace is very nicely decorated (we noticed an influence of Majorelle in the blue pottery !) and food is excellent. We didn't eat on the terrace that time because it was raining too much but sitting on sofas was very comfortable too.
The restaurant's owner also has the bakery next door where you can find the best pastries in the whole Marrakesh according to me (filled with cream, chocolate, almonds, with bananas on top etc. ) we tried them all (or almost), definitely the best !
Beautiful Architecture
by Donna_in_India
Musee de Marrakech was a former palace. Inside the museum are archaeological and ethnographic objects, contemporary art and historic documents. I loved the mosaic tile work, the intricate carvings, and the arches.
Be sure to stop for some mint tea in the courtyard!
Open 9-6:30
Ali ben Youssef Mosque
by suvanki
This is the oldest surviving mosque in Marrakesh, and the largest of the mosques in the medina.
It dates from the Almoravid era ( mid- late 12th century), but has been rebuilt several times, most recently in the 19th century, in the Merenid style.
Following these rebuildings, the Mosque is now half its original size.
Non Muslims aren't allowed to enter this mosque. However, there are many sights nearby to visit, including Ali Ben Youssef Medersa which is opposite.