At the foot of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains, the city of Marrakech is a magical world ... Behind powerful walls of rammed earth, take a stroll through the beautiful gardens of the red city. Makhzen city, it is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco. Nicknamed Marruecos by the Spaniards, and it gave its name to Morocco.
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| Jemaa el Fna at night, square and market place in Marrakesh's medina quarter (old city). |
On a trip to Marrakech, Start your visit at the Medina and tour the ramparts. Palaces into museums, stroll amid the souks, discovering the treasures of local crafts. Should devote at least 3 days to realize the richness of the cultural and artistic heritage of Marrakech. Here is a small selection of sites not to be missed.
THE BEST TOURS MARRAKECH
North of the medina, the warm Djemaa El Fna leave you with unforgettable memories. Enter a world filled with snake charmers and storytellers, and vibrate to the rhythms of the dances and songs of Marrakech. Make a stop outside enjoying a mint tea, accompanied by famous gazelle horns of Marrakech.
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| Jemaa el Fna |
Just steps away from the site, discover the souks which houses real treasures! Visit the workshops of weavers, carpenters, coppersmiths, shoemakers and blacksmiths. Get lost in the maze of colors and perfumes over the spices, rugs and slippers ...
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| Marrakech souk |
Then discover the majestic silhouette of the Koutoubia, which unfolds over the red roofs of the medina. It will serve as a landmark throughout your stay in Marrakech.
South of the medina behind its huge walls, the Kasbah of Marrakech features a historical heritage invaluable. Enter the Saadian mausoleum and discover the legends of this powerful dynasty who ruled Morocco for over a century. Finally, let yourself be seduced by a quiet stroll in the beautiful gardens of the necropolis, real haven of peace ...
Not far away, discover the El Badi Palace, proudly called the "palace of the incomparable". Visit the remains of this mysterious building, and discover all the secrets of the past in Marrakech. In the kingdom of storks, the site comes alive during the festival of Moroccan folklore in June .
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| Panoramic view of the interior of El Badi Palace. |
Finally, do not miss the Jewish quarter of Marrakech souk jewelers, renowned for the expertise of its goldsmiths and of her jewelers!
THE BEST OUTINGS AROUND MARRAKECH
A few kilometers from Marrakech, discover all the wonders of the palm! In the gardens and orchards, you can contemplate a stunning panorama of the Atlas Mountains. To get there, follow the course of the wadi Issil.
Just 20 minutes from Marrakech, go to Lake Takerkoust, a beautiful setting for the young and old! The site is ideal to go for a walk or to enjoy the lake, boat, paddle boat, or swim!
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| Lake lalla takerkoust |
From Marrakech, go hiking in the mountains of the High Atlas, in the heart of the Berber world. Beautiful walking area around massive Oukaïmeden and Toubkal. From December to April, the lovers of skiing race down the snowy of the djebel at 3200m altitude slopes!
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| Oukaïmeden is one of the premier skiing resorts on the African continent. |
In the summer, you will find calm and cool in the Ourika valley, over waterfalls and streams. An exotic journey to the heart of the culture of the peoples of the Atlas, whose generosity allows the traveler a memory full of color and emotion.
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| Ourika Valley |
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