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Djamaa El Fna - Square   Marrakesh

Djamaa El Fna - Square, Marrakesh

 136 Reviews  We just returned from a phenomenal trip of Marrakesh. Al Moussika was our base to explore the medina and for trips to the coast and to the Atlas mountains. The riyad is a carefully and tastefully... 

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Hassan II Mosque   Casablanca

Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca

 78 Reviews  One of the main attractions Casablanca has is the Mosque of Hassan II, the 7th largest mosque in the world. Besides being so huge, it is also unique in that it is built so that part of it hangs over... 

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Bird Valley   Agadir

Bird Valley, Agadir

 5 Reviews  The Birds Valley or Vallée des Oiseaux is not only an aviary, but also a small zoo. This zoo with mouflons, lama's and monkeys is as zoo itself not really a very interesting and exciting 'must see',... 

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Majorelle Gardens   Marrakesh

Majorelle Gardens, Marrakesh

 45 Reviews  We loved Marjorelle Gardens. Please check out my travelogue for the full story. I enjoyed it because of the vibrant colours, cactus gardens, water lily pond and quaint shady paths. The best way to... 

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Old Medina   Casablanca

Old Medina, Casablanca

 20 Reviews  The old part of Casablanca, within a set of city walls and known as the Medina, is surprisingly easy to miss. You could wander around the city centre for a few hours, then take a taxi out to the big... 

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Kasbah   Agadir

Kasbah, Agadir

 6 Reviews  Ruins of fortress that lies on a mountain above the city of Agadir. The word KASBAH is in arabic an means fortress. It was built in the 1500-century but was destroyed in the big earthquake in 1960.... 

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El Bahia Palace   Marrakesh

El Bahia Palace, Marrakesh

 45 Reviews  The Bahia Palace is located in the medina of Marrakesh near the Jewish quarter. The exact dates of the construction of the palace ae not known but it was completed by 1900. The palace complex was... 

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La Corniche   Casablanca

La Corniche, Casablanca

 14 Reviews  As you have no doubt read in my travelogue, hubby and I enjoyed our stroll along the beachfront in Casablanca. This is a popular spot for the local families as well. There are pools on the beachfront... 

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Souq El-Had   Agadir

Souq El-Had, Agadir

 3 Reviews  If you are a market addict like me, you may have a lot to explore at the stalls of the Souq al-Had. So I found at this marketstall boxes with all kind of different stuff from haberdashery, plastics,... 

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Places Around Marrakesh   Marrakesh

Places Around Marrakesh, Marrakesh

 28 Reviews  If you want a real adventure try Sahara Expedition. I've done the trip to Erg Chebbi twice. Both an Adventure. One I had to complete the trip on my own due to roads being flooded and the driver... 

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Modern City Life   Casablanca

Modern City Life, Casablanca

 11 Reviews  I'm usually an old building fan, so in the Arab World, I generally get my kicks in the medinas where the oldest and most interesting quarters are found, and hardly visit the new modern parts of town.... 

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Beach   Agadir

Beach, Agadir

 6 Reviews  Agadir has a very good beach. A wide and long strip of thin white sand, a regular and low surf, no hidden rocks, the only drawback was the persistent fog. Is it common, or just our bad luck? Anyway,... 

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Suuq of Marrakesh   Marrakesh

Suuq of Marrakesh, Marrakesh

 47 Reviews  Most people think of Marrakech as a shoppers delight. I don't. I had saved all my money to buy my gifts here at the markets or Souks and was a bit dissapointed. It's actually better to shop at... 

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Quartiers des Habous   Casablanca

Quartiers des Habous, Casablanca

 6 Reviews  Some distance south of the city centre, after blocks of drab apartments and offices, things suddenly perk up a little bit. A stone mosque with what looks like a village green out the front, narrow... 

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Jardim de Olhao   Agadir

Jardim de Olhao, Agadir

 4 Reviews  In the southwest corner of the Jardim de Olhao is a small museum dedicated to the earthquake of 1960. I red that some pictures of old Agadir are displayed here. To visit this museum on my way from the... 

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Koutoubia Minaret & Koutoubia Gardens   Marrakesh

Koutoubia Minaret & Koutoubia Gardens, Marrakesh

 55 Reviews  The tallest structure in Marrakech is the Koutoubia Minaret. Dating back to the 12th century, it is a fine example of Moorish architecture, and a symbol of the city. At around 70 metres high, it makes... 

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Official Buildings   Casablanca

Official Buildings, Casablanca

 7 Reviews  The most impressive part of modern casablanca is probably the Place Mohammed V, a wide open space with fountains and pigeons and palm trees, surrounded by offiicial buildings from the colonial era on... 

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Amazighe Heritage Museum   Agadir

Amazighe Heritage Museum, Agadir

 3 Reviews  At the groundflour of the Municipal Amazighe heritage museum is a hall for temporary exhibitions of contemporary art. During my visit in summer 2007 there was an exhibition of the work of a local... 

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Medina   Marrakesh

Medina, Marrakesh

 32 Reviews  We just returned from a phenomenal trip of Marrakesh. Al Moussika was our base to explore the medina and for trips to the coast and to the Atlas mountains. The riyad is a carefully and tastefully... 

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Cathédrale de Sacré-Coeur   Casablanca

Cathédrale de Sacré-Coeur, Casablanca

 3 Reviews  Just off the square, look out for two sparkling white towers and a spiky roof...this is the Cathedrale du Sacre Coeur, an odd yet beautiful Moroccan-colonial building. The first time I came to visit,... 

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Camel Ride   Agadir

Camel Ride, Agadir

 3 Reviews  Here you can ofcours ride a camel, at the top of Kasbahn. I´m not sure what the price is but I know for sure that you must agree about the price BEFORE you get on the camel otherwise the man who is... 

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Saadian Tombs   Marrakesh

Saadian Tombs, Marrakesh

 39 Reviews  The Tombs, were only relativly recently re-discovered when a very narrow alley was found at the rear of a mosgue. This, on investigation lead to these tombs that had been lost. The complex comprises... 

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Casablanca Bar   Casablanca

Casablanca Bar, Casablanca

 2 Reviews  CASABLANCA BAR This bar is the place for those who try to find something in the city that reminds them of the movie (which was actually filmed in Tangier not Casablanca). This bar has a very cosy... 

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El Badi Palace   Marrakesh

El Badi Palace, Marrakesh

 25 Reviews  The minbar is in a restored pavillion in the Palace El Badi, with exhibits of the minbar and its restoration. A minbar or Mimbar is the platform/pulpit where the Imam recites the Koran. Often... 

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Marrakech Museum   Marrakesh

Marrakech Museum, Marrakesh

 26 Reviews  The building itself is the main reason for visiting this beautiful museum, a former 19th century palace. The exhibits including some contemporary art are worthwhile, but the tile work and general... 

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Sahara desert travel is an agency specialized in trekking trips. We offer highlighted walking trips and contact with the local population. We are also interested in eco-tourism and responsible tourism. Trips are organized from few days to real expedition, trekking of 1 to 15 days.Our tours are organized in a spirit of encounter and friendship with the local people. You live every day with our team which put its local knowledge, traditions and culture into your disposition. Come with us and discover the mysterious world of desert and oasis. If you love nature, you are an individualist, you will appreciate the variety of landscapes in a pleasant climate with light and colors. The murmur of water, the freshness of the charmed oasis in the desert, to relax and rest.M'hamid is village in the heart of the desert it is also the starting point of caravans toward the Sahara. Here is also where...

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Erg Chebbi Desert

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In south eastern Morocco, the Erg Chebbi desert is at the extreme edge of the Saharan Desert and contains some spectacular dune views which change colour as the day moves from sunrise to sunset.The dunes reach heights of 160m covering an area 22kms by 5kms and has a number of hotels and Kasbahs line the dunes providing plenty of choice where to stay. Most will organise a camel trek into the desert or 4WD or hire you a quad bike to join the throngs ripping up the dunes and disturbing the peace and serenity thats exists without them.Its worth while being up before sunrise and finding a quite spot and enjoying the colours develop with the rising sun. Its also just as good at sunset when the dunes take on a deep red hue.

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Todra Gorge

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Todra Gorge is situated on the remote east side of the High Atlas Mountains. The Todra River has over the centuries carved a gorge with smooth rock walls up to 160 metres high and at places as little a 10 metres wide. The gorge is easy to walk along.Todra is popular with the locals for picnics and for swimming for the children and local folk are often seen with their donkeys.There are restaurants at the entrance of the gorge - great to order your meal and organise to have it ready for your return from your walk

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Taourirt Kasbah - Ouarzazate

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Early in history Ouarzazate was a small stop on the caravan route from the Sahara over the Atlas mountains. It grew into a garrison town in the French period and became the palace of the powerful El Glaoui family who took possession of the kasbah of the former caid (leader). Part of the palace has been restored but the majority is quite damaged. The Taourirt kasbah has wonderful examples of Moroccan design and you can spend time wandering the streets of the old town within the walls. I particularly like the peacock tail design over the windows in the harem and the detail in the ceiling decoration in both the formal and servants rooms.Ouarzazate is famous for its movie studios. Films such as Lawrence of Arabia (1962), Star Wars (1977), The Living Daylights (1987), The Last Temptation of Christ (1988), The Mummy (1999), Gladiator (2000) and Martin Scorsese's Kundun (1997) were shot in the...

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Tomb of Moulay Ismail - Meknes

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Moulay Ismail or Sultan Ismail Ibn Sharif was the second ruler of the Alaouite dynasty. He, like his predecesors, claimed to be a descendant of Muhammad and therefore earns the title 'Moulay'. He ruled from 1672 to 1727. He was only 26 when he came to the throne of a country weakened by internal tribal wars and royal successions. He established Meknes as his capita,l and with such extravagance! It became known as the 'Versailles of Morocco'. During his reign the capital moved to Fes.The final resting place of Sultan Moulay Ismail was once the courthouse of Meknes and is one of the few sacred sites in Morocco open to non-muslims. The building has a rather plain exterior but a series of pale-yellow, calm courtyards lead to the splendid tomb. It is a cool peaceful room, the opposite of his turbulent and cruel reign. Non-muslims have no access to the tomb itself, but it can be seen through a...

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Meknes

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Meknes is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco. It is surrounded by a triple protective wall and is clearly divided into the old and new areas. Although Meknes has a long history the present-day city is a result of the rule of Moulay Ismail (see history in Tomb of Moulay Ismail).The markets of Meknes cater for all tastes including Berber carpets and kilims. The local craft is metal work with inlaid silver designs - enjoy bargaining for that piece that would look just right on the .....Meknes is relatively ignored by most tourists. Consequently it also has less of the usual hassles (touts, faux guides, etc) experienced at most other tourist centers. It is the nearest city to the Roman ruins at Volubilis (see separate page).Meknes has a mysterious secret (see 'Off the Beaten Path)

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Stunning Hassan II mosque, Casablanca

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When I first went to Casablanca with Moroccan friends from London we only got as far as a walk around the huge mosque on its platform beside the Atlantic Ocean - with nice views of crashing waves on the white sands around the coastline - as theyd come when it was shut. The mosque is only open for viewing during set tour times or for muslims to come and pray.The next sighting was when I flew over it, a very stand-out sight in the city of Casablanca from my window seat flying from Ouarzazate to London via a landing at Casa.Then we were back in Casablanca a few times and included my first visit into the interior of this collosal building - tours are still compulsory and are available in a number of languages - lasting about an hour.The mosque, and Moroccans have told me this, in addition to the information available in my guidebooks, cost an enormous amount of money - maybe $600 million US!...

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Nejjarine Foundouk (Caravanserai)

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The Nejjarine Foundouk, or the 'Inn of the Carpenters', was built in the 12th century. It was one of the largest places of accommodation in the world at the time and could house over 100 traders. Fes had become a centre for trade and commerce and the foundouk was designed with that in mind. The entrance was large enough to admit a camel or horse and rider. The foundouk's role eventually merged with that of a caravanserai, accommodating traveling merchants who would stay upstairs and keep their animals and sell their wares downstairs.During the 17th and 18th centuries, it was used solely to house pack animals. Recently it was converted to accommodation again - this time for students at the nearby Karauine University.The Nejjarine Foundouk has been beautifully restored as a Woodwork and Craft museum and its three levels now house exhibits. The building has a large central courtyard. The...

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Oudaia Kasbah - Rabat

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The Oudaia Kasbah is built on the cliff on the south side of the estuary of the Bouregreg River and has views over Rabat and out over the Atlantic Ocean. It could be called a 'city within a city'.It was built during the 12th century by the Almohades as part of a fortification - actually a fortified monastery or 'ribat' (which became Rabat) where soldiers left for the holy wars against Spain. An arabic tribe from Fes called the Oudaias settled here in 1833 giving the fort and kasbah their name. The village in the kasbah has a more modern history dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It has a very Spanish flavour with the whitewashed walls with blue paint and heavy, iron decorated doors. The homes are kept very fresh and the winding streets are very clean. It has become a haven for artists and there are many interesting boutiques to be visited.

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Chellah - Rabat

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Chellah is an area of ancient and medieval ruins that at one stage was used as a necropolis. It is on the outskirts of Rabat, on the south side of the Bouregreg River. This site is the most ancient human settlement in the area. It was most likely settled by the Phoenicians and the Carthaginians.The Romans settled here and called the town Sala Colonia - ruins still exist of a forum, triumphal arch and decumanus maximus (main street)Inhabitants left the site in 1154 AD altough the Almohad dynasty used it as a necropolis. The main gate was built in 1339 by Sultan Abu l-Hassan who also added a mosque, a religious school and royal tombs. Much of Chellah was damaged by the earthquake in 1755 that destroyed Lisbon and the site is now a garden and a venue for tourism. The ruins, as with many in Morocco, have been turned into nests by migrating Storks. Very busy in May/June when I visited.You...

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