Morocco Local Customs

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Djellabas and kaftans   Marrakesh

Djellabas and kaftans, Marrakesh

 6 Reviews   The traditional Moroccan dress for both men and women is this long hooded garment known as a djellaba. It seems very practical – the body is protected from weather and from the dirt of the street,... 

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Bargain!   Marrakesh

Bargain!, Marrakesh

 9 Reviews  When in Marrakesh expect to have to haggle for everything! Some general tips: - Have a maximum price in mind for the item and offer slightly below it. - If they offer you a ridiculously high price... 

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Henna Ladies   Marrakesh

Henna Ladies, Marrakesh

 3 Reviews  Moroccan ladies desperate to paint henna designs on foreigners' hands and feet seem to be everywhere in the Medina, with the biggest concentration in el Djemaa el Fna. There are two types: natural... 

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Moroccan Wine   Marrakesh

Moroccan Wine, Marrakesh

 2 Reviews  Despite the huge growth in tourism in Marrakech, it's still surprisingly difficult to find places selling alcohol, especially in the medina. On our last night in the city, we wanted to get some wine... 

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Moroccan music   Marrakesh

Moroccan music, Marrakesh

 3 Reviews  The Jmaa El Fna square is a UNESCO heritage site, largely due to the story tellers that pass on stories in Arabic, but also note the musicians and various other stalls. However, be prepared to pay a... 

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Water man   Marrakesh

Water man, Marrakesh

 2 Reviews  Around the Medina and some of the historical sites you will see men in funny looking attire with brass cups hanging off them. These are water men who supply the locals with water usually from local... 

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Public Baths   Marrakesh

Public Baths, Marrakesh

 2 Reviews  Hamman Ziani is just down the road from Palais Bahia. It is a traditional style Hamman catering for tourists. 80Dh for Hammam, Steam, Gommage and Soaping - compared to 150 Dh at our hotel spa. I took... 

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Taking Photos   Marrakesh

Taking Photos, Marrakesh

 1 Review  This advice isn't unique to Morocco, but it's the first time I've been brave enough to try it and it worked a treat: I always look in travel magazines and books and am amazed at the magnificent... 

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The Pink City   Marrakesh

The Pink City, Marrakesh

 1 Review  Well all the houses inside and, nearly all outside are pink ... why??? well the material with wich the outside wall makes the wall be pink, ... nowadays people MUST by law paint their houses that way... 

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Reviews from VirtualTourist Members

Moroccan people

by la_beba

Very friendly people, close family life-style

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Inauguration

by Luchonda

I framed this "local Fiest" - a kind of inauguration - was it for a new house - a wedding ? Can't remember !

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It is not particulary shaking hands

by Luchonda

A tradition in the Arabic countries - in scientific words let us males called it "abdominal respiration"a joy for the eye and my camera !

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Tipping

by Leipzig

Although bills in restaurants normally include service, it is customary to tip. It is sufficient to tip a waiter 1 €/dinner.

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One last native costume.

by seagoingJLW

Most clothing is worn to protect you from flying sand, etc.

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Here is a desert outfit.

by seagoingJLW

This demonstrates what the locals wear.

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Photography....

by Kettleman

Ask before you take anyone's photograph! This can include camels, goats and donkeys as well as humans. Offer to pay if you make a mistake of clicking before asking... but make it small amounts!

Haimas all around the country

by Svillegas

They are like tent where nomads live.

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Muslum women don't like...

by EdinburghRoc

Muslum women don't like cameras.

Don't kiss in public!

by AnnikaW

We were lying on the grass (kissing) in a park in Agadir when a policeman came up to us and said (he spoke French) -"No, no sex on the grass!" *laugh*

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  I am thinking travelling to Morocco with my nearly 6 yrs old Girl. We are landing in Marakesh and Plan to Array for 3 days After... 

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A: As you have 3 weeks the desert area is a must. A 'grand circuit' down to the desert via Ouarzazate, east to Erfoud, then north to Fez is easily done in two weeks. I'd... 

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