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A melting pot of
African, Islamic, European and indigenous
Berber influences, Morocco's charm lies in
its diversity. For sun-worshippers
there are miles of golden beaches, while
inland lies Berber country, where among the
snow-capped Atlas Mountains the energetic
can walk or trek.
Beyond the mountains are the fringes of the
Sahara, where caravans once stopped on their
way south to trade in species and ivory.
In the cities are magnificent palaces,
mosques, gardens and souks. This is
the magic of Morocco, whether climbing
distant ridges, relaxing by the sea,
haggling for exotic artifacts, gazing at
ancient wonders or marveling at the pink and
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For a glimpse of this beautiful country visit
Fez, the spiritual heart of Arabic Morocco, the soul of
the Kingdom. The city is one of the oldest in the world and has been
declared a World Heritage site, here you will find the most beautiful sculpted
woodwork, engraved bronze, polychrome carving, moucharabies, columns and
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Marrakesh the
jewel of the south, kings fought for it,
a line of dynasties inherited it,
craftsmen, architects, pointers and
sculptors of all ages built magnificent
palaces, mosques and Quranic schools
there. Set in an oasis close to
the Atlas Mountains, where sun, snow and
palm trees provide an unforgettable
backdrop, the imperial city which, at
the dawn of history gave Morocco its
name, is a city wrapped in faded
red ochre walls and dominated by the
Koutoubia Mosque. |
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Meknes a centre of Berber culture and
learning, occupies a plateau overlooking the
Boufekrane River. In the 17th century,
Moulay Ismail, the Sultan, singled out
Meknes and set out to make it the most
fabulous of the imperial capitals.
Palaces, mosques, gardens, lakes, granaries
and stables were built over a 50 year period
and yet the dream city surrounded by a
massive rampart wall was never finished.
set in the walls are exquisite gates
including the Bab Mansour, considered to be
the most beautiful gates in North Africa. |
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Casablanca is a city stunning for its
architectural beauty and filled with bustle
and energy. It is deservedly famous
for the Hassan 11 Mosque, one of the largest
in the world. A fascinating place
where culture, history and architecture
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Rabat, the capital, unlike any other
city in this country, reveals itself slowly
with a sense of secrecy. Its treasures
include wonders of both ancient and modern,
from the ruins of Chellah to the Mausoleum
of the great King Mohammed V. |
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