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At the crossroads of Europe and Africa, surrounded by Mediterranean waters and opening onto
the
vastness of the Atlantic ocean, Morocco lies as a wonderland for nature lovers.
Traces of the past still live on, since pre-Roman and Roman, Phoenician, ancient and
prehistoric, including traces of dinosaurs or rupestrian.
Morocco is also a country blessed with a unique culture shaped by native Berbers, indelible
Arabic, African & European influences.
The land is intensely exotic, with a variety of experiences to offer. It is a kaleidoscope
of
intricate architecture, vibrant colors, incredible flavors and buzzing markets at every turn
as
you wander around souks, or relax in a hammam, or sip traditional mint tea in a street-side
cafe.
Its cities hold plenty of heritage sites, such as Marrakech’s Bahia Palace of Majorelle
Garden,
Casablanca’s Hassan the second Mosque (the largest religious monument in the Muslim world
after
Saudi Arabia’s Mecca), Mohammed the fifth’s Mausoleum in Rabat, and Fez’ Al Qarawiyyin
University (the very first university in the world).
In addition to its cities, and as soon as you travel a few miles away, you will find a
different
facete of Morocco : Bedwin tribes inhabit the golden Sahara sands, Berber tribes live in the
Atlas regions and subsist on farming produce grown in the plains of the Mountains alongside
traditional rearing of cattle for dairy, egg, meat and whool consumption. Around Essaouira,
Taghazout and elsewhere on the Atlantic coast, clear blue waves lap miles of coastline
creating
a surprising surfer’s paradise.
Moreover, Morocco is well known for its hospitality and knows how to do luxury, whether you
prefer to stay in a plush new hotel or a riad full of character, you can experience what the
country has to offer without compromising on comfort and relaxation.
In conclusion, we invite you to come and discover a variety of landscapes, from the
mysterious
sand dunes of Merzouga to the soaring Atlas mountains, and from the diversity of its two
seas to
the vibrance of its multiple cities.
No vaccinations are required but you should always check for advice with your local health center. It is recommended to drink bottled filtered or mineral water while in Morocco. .
Morocco is 3 hours from Europe by air. Great flight accessibility with direct flights into Marrakech, Casablanca, Agadir and Fez.
Cash : Notes are in denominations of 200, 100, 50 and 20. Coins are in denominations of 10, 5 and 1, and 50, 20, 10 and 5 cents. ATM: Cash can be withdrawn from ATMs in larger towns, although service in smaller towns can be erratic. Most major hotels now have reliable ATMs. Credit cards: Most major credit cards are accepted in larger restaurants, hotels, guest houses and the occasional shop in the souks, with Visa and MasterCard being accepted most widely.
Morocco is on GMT+1 during eleven months per year, except during the Month of Ramadan (Muslim fasting month).
The country of Morocco is located on the northwest tip of Africa. It has a coastline on the Atlantic Ocean and several things can affect its weather. The three main factors that affect the weather in the country of Morocco are its latitude, the Atlantic Ocean and the hotter desert winds from the Sahara. The climate is classified as Mediterranean in the north part of the country. You can find more information on Morocco weather on www.moroccoweather.net
The spoken language is Arabic Moroccan Darija. The second most used languages is French followed by English and Spanish.
Morocco is a Muslim country ruled by a Monarchy « King Mohamed the 6th from the Alawite Dynasty » Islam is the major religion in Morocco, although jewish moroccans live amongst muslims as well as a few Moroccan christians.
New buildings : 220 volts AC, 50 Old buildings : 110 volts AC, 50 Hz. Plugs : European-style, two-pin plugs are standard.
Food in Morocco is mostly Halal. Pork is not common in restaurants but can be found in certain supermarkets. Alcohol is served in most restaurants suggested to clients. Moroccan gastronomy is considered international and is praised by many worldwide connaiseurs for its diversity and good taste.
History
Founded in 1062, Marrakech is an oasis town, It has been
a major
trading
post between Africa and Europe and is known as "The Red City". Location:
located
in a sumptuous setting at the foot of the majestic Atlas Mountains.
Sightseing Marrakech offers superb sightseeing both in the city with its spectacular sites and palaces, its great venues and mysterious places, but also out of the town with the regions of the Atlas mountains, featuring impressive landscapes and Berber adobe villages clinging to the slopes.
History
It was founded and settled by Berbers by at least the
seventh century
BC. The Phoenicians and later the Romans used it as a port
Sightseing There is a European touch to much of its architecture, and the city has a modern swagger that is unseen in other parts of the country. The medina district is a charming area and much smaller (and easier to navigate) than those elsewhere. In addition, the colossal Hassan II Mosque is top of the list on most sightseeing checklists
History
Founded in the 9th century and home to the oldest
university in the world,
Fez reached its height in the 13th–14th centuries under the Marinids, when
it
replaced Marrakesh as the capital of the kingdom.
Sightseing The Medina of Fez is considered as one of the most extensive and best-conserved historic towns of the Arab-Muslim world. This imperial city is the custodian of 13 centuries of Moroccan history. Meknes has a rich, prestigious past and harbors marvelous surprises. Walk through the walls that guard the celebrated Medina of Fez, whose outstanding universal value has been recognized by UNESCO. Meander along the streets of the Fes-El-Bali district. The Bab Boujloud Gate is the easiest way to access the medina. In May, the city's squares and streets come to life with music from around the world as the Sacred Music Festival takes over the one-time imperial capital.