#jamaa El fna

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By Marianna F

Marrakech, Morocco

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À l’instant.

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Marrakech y el argán.

Piedad Maker llevaba tiempo queriendo visitar Marruecos. Le interesaba conocer la cultura y la historia del país, pero también quería aprender sobre la producción de aceite de argán, un producto natural y sostenible que se utiliza en la cosmética y la gastronomía.

Piedad llegó a Marrakech y se quedó unos días para visitar la ciudad. Visitó la medina, los zocos y la plaza Jamaa el-Fna.

Después de unos días en Marrakech, Piedad se dirigió a Esauira. Esta ciudad costera es conocida por sus casas azules, sus playas y su viento fuerte. Piedad se alojó en un riad, una casa tradicional marroquí, y empezó a explorar la ciudad.

Un día, Piedad visitó una cooperativa de mujeres que produce aceite de argán. Las mujeres le mostraron todo el proceso de producción, desde la recolección de las nueces de argán hasta la elaboración del aceite. Piedad quedó impresionada por el trabajo de las mujeres y por el compromiso que tienen con la sostenibilidad.

Piedad también visitó una tienda de cosmética natural que elabora productos con aceite de argán. Compró varios productos, entre ellos un jabón de argán. Desde entonces, Piedad utiliza el jabón de argán todos los días y está muy contenta con los resultados.

El viaje de Piedad a Marruecos fue una experiencia donde aprendió sobre la cultura y la historia del país, y también sobre la producción de aceite de argán.

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Explore the Mysteries of Morocco: A 10-Day Journey from Fes

Day 1: Full Day Exploring Fes

Today, we began our Morocco itinerary tour from Fes. We explored Fes el-Bali, a UNESCO World Heritage site, visited the Royal Palace, the Mellah (Jewish Quarter), and the bustling Medina with its cafes, Mederasas, museums, and the Chouara tanneries. By late afternoon, we were escorted to our Riad.

Day 2: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Desert

We started early and drove through Ifrane, the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas, and the High-Atlas Mountains. After lunch near Midelt and a short break at the Ziz Valley, we arrived at the majestic dunes of Erg Chebbi. We were warmly welcomed with mint tea and pastries, then enjoyed dinner by the pool and spent the night in a Riad by the dunes.

Day 3: Explore the Desert Area & Camel Trek

We climbed a dune to watch the sunrise, had breakfast, and explored the desert area. We visited Khamlia village for Gnawa music, learned about the traditional irrigation system, and shared mint tea with a nomad family. After lunch, we went on a camel trek to enjoy the sunset and spent the night in a luxury desert camp.

Day 4: Merzouga Desert – Erfoud – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley

We watched the sunrise again, had breakfast, and continued west. We stopped in Erfoud, known for fossils and dates, and explored Todra Gorge. We spent the night in the lush Dades Valley in a comfortable hotel/Riad.

Day 5: Dades Valley – Nomad Caves – Skoura – Ouarzazate

After breakfast, we visited a nomad family, drove through the Valley of Roses, and visited Amredil Kasbah. We arrived in Ouarzazate, known for the Atlas Film Studios.

Day 6: Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

We toured Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then crossed the High-Atlas Mountains and arrived in Marrakech in the evening.

Day 7: Marrakech Sightseeing

We visited the Bahia Palace, Majorelle Garden, Menara Gardens, Koutoubia Mosque, and Jamaa El Fna square.

Day 8: Marrakech – Essaouira – Casablanca – Rabat

We headed west to Essaouira, explored its medina and ramparts, then continued to Casablanca and visited the Hassan II Mosque and Corniche. Finally, we arrived in Rabat, explored its landmarks, and stayed overnight.

Day 9: Rabat – Chefchaouen – Fes

We drove through the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, known for its blue-painted walls, and later returned to Fes for dinner and overnight.

Day 10: Fes – Transfer to Airport

Our 10 days tour from Fes ended with a transfer to the airport, concluding a wonderful holiday around Morocco.

This Morocco itinerary for 10 days was an incredible journey through diverse landscapes and rich culture.

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Marrakech Express 🇲🇦 3 Days

Marrakech known as the Pearl of the South or the red city, is a city in Morocco at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. Located at the crossroads of the Sahara and the High Atlas, it is a home to nearly 1.5 million people, Marrakech is the 4th largest city in Morocco after Casablanca, Rabat and Fez.

Marrakech has given its name to the entire kingdom of Morocco. The city was established in 1062 by Youssef Ibn Tachfine, first king of the Almoravid line.

The city offers a kaleidoscope of experiences to adventurous travellers. Ancient architecture, a rich culture, delicious food and lively souks all enchant travellers. But there’s more to Morocco than just Marrakech.

WHAT TO VISIT

Jardin De Majorelle

This wonderful botanic garden took off in 1980 by becoming a blue dream, with the helps of many artists and botanists sent by the fashion designer Yves saint-Laurent, who became the new owner of this place.

Majorelle garden is a small natural paradise with thousand colors which includes several species of plants, some of are on the verge of extinction. in this paradise we also find goldfish strutting between jasmine flowers, orange trees, fuchsias and bougainvillea.

Jamâa El Fna Square

Recognized by UNESCO's Oral World Heritage of Humanity. Jamaâ el Fna is the unmissable place of Marrakech, the living heart of the city and which is for a large part a constituent of its charm and its popular identity. Jamaa el Fna Square is a place where the oral parthony of the city of Marrakech and all over the country is expressed with storytellers from all walks of life, snake charmers, groups of Berber musicians and others, acrobats and others.

Saadian Tombs

The Saadian Tombs represents one of the only remains of the Saadian dynasty that reigned over the golden age of Marrakech between 1524 to 1659, it is located next to the mosque of Kasbah.

The Sultan Moulay Ismail in the early 18th century had indeed decided to remove all traces of the magnificence of this dynasty and demanded the destruction of all remaining buildings and vestiges. Although he dared not, however, commit the sacrilege of destroying their burials.

WHAT TO DO

1) Agafay Desert

The Agafay desert is located about 1 hour drive from Marrakech and covers several hundred hectares.

For several years, it has become the place to be if you come to Marrakech.

The landscapes are impressive with rock dunes (not sand dunes!) and a breathtaking view of the mountains during the winter.

We did an amazing QUAD TOUR over there 🏍

2) Hammam

📍Les Bains D'Orient

Going to the hammam in Marrakesh is a very enjoyable tradition, no doubt about it. But what many people don’t realise is that this delightful ritual is much more about hygiene than hedonism. And, more than just something done for pleasure, it’s an obligatory weekly practice in which the majority of the population tends to take part.

In fact, Moroccans go to the hammam as a family, with men on one side and women on the other. With no need to rush, the ideal time for an effective treatment is a morning or afternoon spent in the rooms of this type of Marrakesh spa. Although we should mention that the spa is a somewhat more modern concept, as opposed to the hammam, whose origins go back thousands of years.

To understand and enjoy the hammam in Marrakesh, it’s worth going to one of the more authentic and classic ones. In other words, those not specifically designed for foreign travellers who visit the city

Because going to a traditional hammam in Marrakesh is undoubtedly one of the best ways to understand a very important part of Moroccan daily life and how their social relationships are established.

3) Day Trip to Essaouira

A former fishing village in the touristy region of Marrakech-Safi, Essaouira is now a booming tourist destination. It even enticed the production crew of Game of Thrones to film several episodes here. Rich in history, culture and music, Essaouira boasts a range of relaxing and enjoyable things to do and see.

The argan tree is native to Morocco and there are an awful lot of places wher you’ll find argan oil and argan products. In Essaouira, you can visit an argan oil cooperative, where you can witness the products that are so important to Morocco being made. In rooms adorned with argan trees, women use ancient tools to hand press oil from the kernels and complete the elaborate process of creating argan cream. It is indeed more expensive to buy the argan products from here, but it’s definitely worth seeing the process first hand in what is something like an open air museum.

WHERE TO EAT

Naima Cous Cous

Best cous cous in the Medina, it really seems to eat at somebody's place!

Dar Charifa

Elegant riad where to eat Marocco food in a fancy place

The signature dish of Marrakech is tangia, which is not to be confused with the similar sounding tagine. Slow-cooked lamb is placed in a clay urn with lemon, garlic and saffron and then cooked in charcoal until tender.

WHERE TO STAY

We stayed at Riad Dar Colline.

In general, a riad is a building with rooms and common areas around a central courtyard. Of course, riads aren’t a modern day phenomenon. They’ve existed in Morocco for centuries.

Historically, the houses in Moroccan medinas were almost always inwardly focused with a large courtyard at the center. There were two reasons for this: the weather and the culture. Small exterior windows and a central courtyard helped to keep a constant, comfortable temperature inside the home. Moroccans have always valued privacy and don’t like to show off, they prefer houses that look modest on the outside and lavishly furnish them with beauty in every detail on the inside. The ample courtyard at the center also provides a pleasant space for activities with the family.

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Bonus :

Photos from the various Halqas of Jamaa El Fna.

Courtesy: Thomas Ladenburger - Al Halqa Project

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Sisma Marocco, a Marrakech la piazza centrale diventa ristorante all'aperto

La gente costruisce i banchi dei ristoranti a Jamaa el Fna in vista della cenasource

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Jemaa El Fna, Night & Day 🌍 (presso Jamaa El Fna , Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp3Smp5KMvy/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Jamaa el Fna, Marrakesch, Marokko 2014

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Incredible view showing the whole place of "Jamaa El Fna".

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Jamaa ElFena, Marrakech, Morocco

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8-Day Adventure from Casablanca: A Journey Through Morocco

I just finished an incredible 8 days tour from Casablanca, and I have to share this unforgettable experience. It all started with my arrival in Casablanca, where I was greeted at the airport or my hotel. We began with a walk along the Corniche to explore the city, marveling at the majestic Hassan II Mosque, with its towering minaret, the tallest in Africa. We also visited the United Nations building and Mohammed V Avenue.

On the second day of our tour from Casablanca, we departed for Rabat, the current capital of Morocco. We explored the old Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the famous Hassan Tower. Then, we visited Volubilis, an ancient Roman site, before heading to Meknes. There, we had lunch and discovered landmarks like Bab Mansour and the Moulay Ismail Palace. In the evening, we arrived in Fez and spent the night in a charming Riad.

The third day was all about exploring Fez. After breakfast, a local guide took us through the medieval city, visiting the Royal Palace, the Karaouine Mosque and Madrassa, and the tomb of Moulay Idriss II. We had lunch in a traditional restaurant before visiting the Nejjarine Fountain, the old harem garden, and the Batha Museum. We ended the day with a panoramic view of the city before heading back to the hotel.

On the fourth day, after breakfast, we set off for Beni Mellal, passing through Ifrane, known as the "European village" for its architecture, and Azrou, famous for its cedar forests and red carpets. After lunch in Azrou, we continued to Beni Mellal, where we spent the night.

On the fifth day, we left Beni Mellal after breakfast to admire the Ouzoud waterfalls. We had lunch with a panoramic view of the falls before heading to Marrakech, where we spent the night in a comfortable hotel.

The sixth day was dedicated to discovering Marrakech. We visited the Menara Gardens, the Koutoubia Mosque, Majorelle Gardens, Bahia Palace, and the Dar Si Said Museum. After an optional lunch in the Medina, we explored the colorful souks. We ended the day with a sunset view from a café terrace overlooking Jamaa El Fna square, followed by a special dinner at the hotel.

On the seventh day, we left Marrakech after breakfast and headed back to Casablanca. Along the way, we passed through diverse landscapes, from the High Atlas Mountains to the hills near Casablanca. Upon arrival, we checked into our hotel and had lunch. The afternoon was free to explore Casablanca with the help of our professional driver.

On the last day, our driver helped me check out and drove me to the Casablanca airport, marking the end of our 8 days tour from Casablanca. It was truly an extraordinary experience, rich with discoveries and emotions.