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#Things_to_do_in_Marrakech :
Jemaa el Fnaa
the Djemaa el Fna square told through storytellers, dancers, its water sellers and snake charmers, Morocco's history of yesterday and today while subjugating its visitors its charm which starts in the morning and still finds its climax in the evening. Another symbol of the ocher city, religious, one, the minaret of the nearby Koutoubia closely with the square .
Museum of Marrakech
Housed in the old Dar Menebhi Palace, the Marrakech Museum displays Moroccan art from the ancient to the modern, as well as historic books, coins, and pottery from the region.
Bahia Palace
The Bahia Palace is a palace and a set of gardens located in Marrakesh, Morocco. It was built in the late 19th century, intended to be the greatest palace of its time.
Bahia means brilliance. Built for a former slave who became a favorite of the Sultan, it was intended to be the most dazzling palace of its time .
Saadian Tombs
The Saadian tombs in Marrakech date back from the time of the sultan Ahmad al-Mansur (1578-1603). The tombs were discovered in 1917 and were restored by the Beaux-arts service. The tombs have, because of the beauty of their decoration, been a major attraction for visitors of Marrakech.
The Saadian Tombs, an immense 16th-century burial ground, are the final resting place for 66 members of the Saadian dynasty that ruled Marrakech from 1524 to 1668.
Majorelle Garden
These exquisite tropical gardens are the work of French painter Jacques Majorelle, hence the vibrant "Majorelle blue" juxtaposed against the natural greenery .
Menara gardens
With the Atlas mountains providing a spectacular backdrop, the peaceful Menara Gardens is a favorite for both locals and visitors looking to escape the commotion of the city.
Toubkal National Park
Though 57 km south of Marrakech, the home of North Africa's tallest mountain, Djebel Toubkal, is worth visiting just for the rustic village of Imlil, where most excursions start.
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#The_Atlas_Mountains_Morocco
The Atlas Mountains are in fact three distinct ranges that divide the interior of the country into strips of lower lying land: the Middle Atlas, Anti-Atlas and High Atlas.
The High Atlas, North Africa’s greatest mountain range, contains some of the most intriguing and beautiful regions of Morocco. A historical and physical barrier between the northern plains and the pre-Sahara, its Berber-populated valleys feel – and indeed are – very remote from the country’s mainstream or urban life. The area is North Africa’s premier trekking destination; casual day-hikers and serious mountaineers alike will find appealing routes in the region, offering both staggering peaks (jebels) and well-trodden passes (tizis or, in French, cols). Just a short distance from the hustle and bustle of Marrakesh is Toubkal National Park, home to the impressive Jebel Toubkal (4167m) and numerous villages that appear locked in time. In addition to the highest peak, other worthy crests and hamlets can be reached with a trusted guide.
Mud-thatched Berber villages and remote pinnacles aren’t the only draw here. The landscape varies from season to season: winter drops metres of snow that leads to gushing river valleys in spring; summer brings an unforgiving sun, while the autumnal sunlight brings the browns and reds of the peaks to life.
One of the benefits of trekking the region is being able to walk unencumbered: muleteers and their mules are available for hire, and mountain guides are an invaluable resource, particularly recommended if you are heading off the main routes. Other options include rock climbing and ski mountaineering, and mountain biking is increasingly popular on the dirt tracks (pistes) and mule paths.
#The_Atlas_Mountains_Morocco
The Atlas Mountains are in fact three distinct ranges that divide the interior of the country into strips of lower lying land: the Middle Atlas, Anti-Atlas and High Atlas.
The High Atlas, North Africa’s greatest mountain range, contains some of the most intriguing and beautiful regions of Morocco. A historical and physical barrier between the northern plains and the pre-Sahara, its Berber-populated valleys feel – and indeed are – very remote from the country’s mainstream or urban life. The area is North Africa’s premier trekking destination; casual day-hikers and serious mountaineers alike will find appealing routes in the region, offering both staggering peaks (jebels) and well-trodden passes (tizis or, in French, cols). Just a short distance from the hustle and bustle of Marrakesh is Toubkal National Park, home to the impressive Jebel Toubkal (4167m) and numerous villages that appear locked in time. In addition to the highest peak, other worthy crests and hamlets can be reached with a trusted guide.
Mud-thatched Berber villages and remote pinnacles aren’t the only draw here. The landscape varies from season to season: winter drops metres of snow that leads to gushing river valleys in spring; summer brings an unforgiving sun, while the autumnal sunlight brings the browns and reds of the peaks to life.
One of the benefits of trekking the region is being able to walk unencumbered: muleteers and their mules are available for hire, and mountain guides are an invaluable resource, particularly recommended if you are heading off the main routes. Other options include rock climbing and ski mountaineering, and mountain biking is increasingly popular on the dirt tracks (pistes) and mule paths.
Luxury :
What better time to indulge yourself than when you go on holiday? Morocco’s a country full of places to luxuriate in, from ancient riads that were once used by Moroccan royalty to the latest five star hotels in brand new resorts.
Along the coast you can spend time on long white beaches, resting in the shade of palm trees before returning to your hotel for a luxurious spa treatment. In the cities head to the medinas and souks to find top quality leather products and the amazing carpets that Morocco is so famous for. Have a meal in a five star restaurant, play golf on a course fit for a king and spend the evening looking out from the rooftop of your hotel. Morocco is the place for a luxury break that won’t cost you the earth.
Morocco, Second Best Travel Destinations for Food Lovers
The Worldsim travel blog ranked Morocco second among the Best Travel Destinations for Food Lovers released on March 6.
Known for its mouthwatering dishes, Morocco is ranked ahead of many of the gourmand’s global destinations such as France and Italy.
“Morocco is the place to go for the best Berber cuisine on the planet,” writes the Worldsim.
Culturally explosive, geographically diverse, and historically powerful, it’s not hard to see why Morocco is one of Africa's most popular destinations. Bordered by the North Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, the climate is warm and dry. The landscape features miles of sugary beaches, the High Atlas Mountains, and waves of sand dunes forming the famous Sahara Desert. The Imperial Cities of Marrakech, Fes and Meknes offer wonderful bazaars, palaces, medinas and riads. The cuisine is sumptuous, with influences from around the world, always including a blend of locally grown spices. Morocco adventure travel opportunities are limitless.