Top Destinations Morocco
Marrakech - Introduction | ||
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Founded in 1062, Marrakech was once the capital of an empire which stretched from Toledo to Senegal. It is even called the 'Red City' because of the colour of the local earth used in its construction. Marrakech is the imperial city which, about 1000 years ago, gave Morocco its name. The Berbers and the Arabs come... Next >>> |
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Casablanca - Introduction | ||
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The financial capital and an internationally expanding metropolis, Casablanca owes its name to the few white houses gently growing old along its ramparts. Completely rebuilt from 1920 onwards, it is now a perfect example of successful colonial urban development. The town centre, with its combination of art deco and neo-Moorish... Next >>> |
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Agadir - Introduction | ||
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Agadir is in southwest Morocco. This costal city is located at the foot of the Atlas Mountains and is home to an estimated 200,000 people. The city enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with an average temperature of 21C in winter and 32C in summer.... Next >>> |
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Essaouira - Introduction | ||
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Essaouira is in Morocco. It is home to 70,000 people. It enjoys a moderate climate with mild winters (Oct-Mar) and warm dry summers (May-Sept); the averages highs range from 63F in January to 70F in August. A trading post for almost 3000 years, the economic base of the city is fishing... Next >>> |
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Rabat - Introduction | ||
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Rabat is situated on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the Bou Regreg estuary, opposite Salé, northeast of Casablanca. Rabat is Morocco’s political and administrative capital and the official residence of the King. It is a city with a really long history: Yacoub El Mansour, the Almohad, erected ... Next >>> |
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Zagora - Introduction | ||
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Zagora, originally known as Tazagourt, is a fairly modern town, located in the valley of the Draa River in south-eastern Morocco. The town, surrounded by several palm grooves on its borders, is flanked by the Jbel Sarhro peak to the... Next >>> |
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Ouarzazate - Introduction | ||
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Ouarzazate (pronounced Warzazat) is in southern Morocco . This city, at the confluence of the Draa and Dades valleys, it is home to 60,000 inhabitants. It enjoys a temperate sub-tropical climate . It is hot and humid during the summer, while the winters are mild... Next >>> |
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