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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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A street entertainer.........

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Carpets in the sun,...

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Carpets in the sun, Marrakech.......

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Morocco Snake charmer.......

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A merchant selling a variety...

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A merchant selling a variety of dates......

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When you stroll the alleyways...

by Bill_Steg

When you stroll the alleyways in the medina in Fes or the souks anywhere you'll meet the nicest people......

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Show respect

by tini58de

Although Morocco is so close to Europe, one should not forget, that it is an Islamic country. So show respect for their culture and religion!

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Another picture of the smaller...

by Nish

Another picture of the smaller side dishes to serve harrissa the hot fiery paste made with red peppers, garlic, lemon and salt, or olives which are so tasty and abundant in Morocco.

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- try to learn a bit of French...

by Liosliath

- try to learn a bit of French or Moroccan Arabic before you go- don't bargain for something unless you really want it- don't be flattered by men telling you how many camels you're worth

People try to be friendly but...

by mariquita

People try to be friendly but what they actually want is that you give them something in return. There are many muslim fundamentalists as well.

An arrow in the floor of my...

by feio

An arrow in the floor of my room? Well... that shows you the direction to Meca, in case you want to pray :-)

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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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