{"id":1262,"date":"2016-06-04T15:28:31","date_gmt":"2016-06-04T15:28:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/https:\/\/isango.com\/theguidebook\/\/?p=1262"},"modified":"2018-05-18T14:33:35","modified_gmt":"2018-05-18T14:33:35","slug":"six-places-you-must-visit-in-morocco","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/six-places-you-must-visit-in-morocco\/","title":{"rendered":"Six Places You Must Visit in Morocco"},"content":{"rendered":"

Morocco is every tourist\u2019s dream. There are so many exotic, exciting and unpredictable things to do in Morocco. It is a land of outstanding beauty, attracting adventure enthusiasts, seekers of the unusual and foodies from the world over.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vast stretches of desert sands compete with the fabulous beaches on the Atlantic and Mediterranean, deep wooded valleys and orchards.\u00a0 The tall craggy Atlas Mountains<\/strong><\/a><\/span> contrast beautifully with the green and flower bedecked Rif Mountains. Morocco is also blessed with weather that is wide and varied. Here’s our pick of the must-see spots in Morocco.<\/p>\n

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Marrakech<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/h4>\n

To the Berbers Marrakech is the \u201cLand of God\u201d and it is easy to see why. The nearby Atlas Mountains dominate the skyline and the true Sahara is not far away.\u00a0 To Europeans, Persians and Asians, it is still Morocco. Marrakech\u2019s magic is its seamless blending and fusing of myriad influences and cultures.\u00a0 For instance the elegant and towering Koutoubia Minaret, so symbolic of Marrakesh, it is a mix of Moorish and Andalusian architectural styles.\u00a0 So are the 16th<\/sup> century Saadian Tombs, the Private Museum and Bahia Palace.<\/p>\n

The raucous calls of food stall owners vie with the castanets of the water-sellers.\u00a0 The attention-grabbing snake charmers, acrobats, dancers and other entertainers battle potion-sellers at the world famous Djemaa el Fna Square.\u00a0 The aroma of spices wafts through the air along with the scent of the mouth-watering street food that stays with you long after you have left the country.<\/p>\n

The labyrinth souk alleyways are crammed with shops and stalls selling everything from hand-crafted Moroccan goods such as babouche slippers, woodworks, brass works, ironworks, bronze works, jewellery, kaftans, carpets, spices, and pottery. You will find the best leather, antiques and handcrafted gold jewellery.\u00a0 Amidst all this, there are beautiful landscaped gardens filled with fruit trees and flowering shrubs.<\/p>\n

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Agadir<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/h4>\n

Agadir is considered the gateway to the tall rugged Atlas Mountains, which are only a short distance away.\u00a0 Tucked into their rocky folds is the breathtaking and untouched beauty of Paradise Valley.\u00a0 The word\u00a0Agadir<\/i>\u00a0in Berber means \u201cwall enclosing a fortress or town\u201d.\u00a0 Part of the original fortress still remains at the top of the hill just outside the current city.<\/p>\n

Agadir has gained a reputation as a resort town, with visitors from all over Europe descending upon it every summer. One of its major attractions is a fabulous 10km long beach and the carefully planned waterfront promenade.\u00a0 The weather is magnificent all year round and so is the surf.\u00a0This, in turn, has spawned a large surfing community of schools and camps.\u00a0 Agadir offers plenty of caf\u00e9s, bars and live music and the evenings<\/a><\/strong><\/span> are great for unwinding after a hard day’s touring.<\/p>\n

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Fez<\/strong><\/h4>\n

If ever a place really deserved the adjective \u2018legendary\u2019 it is Fez!\u00a0 More than 1200 years old it was the ancient capital of Morocco and is home to the world\u2019s oldest university \u2013 Qarawiyyin.\u00a0 Its ancient roots still exist in the walled city and the twisting, complex maze-like lanes of the medina Fez el-Bali.\u00a0 Here goods are still transported by donkeys and handcarts adding to its timeless atmosphere.Fez has the best examples of ancient Islamic arts and architecture preserved in the 14th<\/sup> century Bou Inania Madersa (a college), two forts (Borj Nord and Borj Sud), the Merenid Tombs and the Moulay Idriss II tomb.<\/p>\n

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Tangier<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Tangier is where the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea meet.\u00a0 This beautiful city, also known as White City, has been the playground of millionaires and the retreat of writers for over a century.\u00a0 It exudes charm and sophistication aided by beautiful beaches and a vibrant beach caf\u00e9 culture.<\/p>\n

Tangier\u2019s various cultural influences abound in its architecture and nightlife.\u00a0 There are many excellent restaurants serving a wide range of cuisines, street caf\u00e9s, attractive bars and interesting cabarets. The Grand Socco is a great market where you can get nearly everything you could think of and the surrounding Mendoubia Gardens are an inviting place to spend an afternoon.<\/p>\n

Not far out of town are the Caves of Hercules.\u00a0 It is supposed to be the place that the mythical hero rests while on his labours.<\/p>\n

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Casablanca<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Casablanca<\/a><\/strong><\/span> is an exotic city with an astounding architectural mix of French Colonial and Moorish styles. It is a very cosmopolitan and liberal place with French still widely spoken.\u00a0 Originally built by Berber fishermen in the 10th<\/sup> century it has been visited and ruled by the Phoenicians, Romans, Portuguese and the French.<\/p>\n

Casablanca is Morocco\u2019s largest city and economic capital.\u00a0 One of its most notable features is the Hassan II Mosque and its 210-metre minaret is the world\u2019s tallest.\u00a0 Another man-made marvel is the port, which is the largest artificial port in the world. With all of this and the mild Mediterranean climate, Casablanca attracts visitors all year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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