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 Considered the “Cradle of Mankind”, Morocco is a place of old city centres, outdoor markets, mosques and wide, tree-lined avenues. It is a land of deserts and fertile oases, of paradisiacal beaches with white sands and transparent waters, of forests, natural parks with rich wildlife and great mountain chains with impressive peaks where snow can be seen almost year-round.
In its handsome imperial cities, Fez, Marrakech, Meknès and Rabat, the buildings that the different Moroccan dynasties have left behind can still be experienced through observation and contemplation, evoking a time of historic and cultural splendour.
Moreover, Morocco offers majestic sand-coloured forts and citadels with royal charm, such as the ancient Berber forts and citadels that dot the so-called Kasbah Route. In Ouarzazate, at the crossroads which lead to the Draa, Dadès and Ziz valleys, you can set off on an unforgettable journey along one of the most fabulous tourist routes on the African continent. With a bit of luck, you will witness the grandeur of the mythic blue men, the Berbers, and their women with their henna-dyed hair and enigmatic tattoos decorating their faces, feet and hands.
In the surroundings of the Moroccan coast we find the always-fascinating Casablanca and the extraordinary Hassan II Mosque. Captivating Tangier and the old Portuguese possession of Agadir remain mute witnesses of the past, while you will delight in the happiness that ensues from Rabat, the capital of the kingdom. Beyond, the majestic Tétouan, located at the foot of the Rif, and the beauty of Essaouira are other temptations for the traveller.
The culture, adventure, peace and tranquillity under the sun of the beaches, the bustle of the markets and the art of bargaining, the practice of the most unusual of sports, the savouring of Moroccan dishes and the hospitality of its people are only a few of the reasons that make Morocco a popular destination for travellers. For this reason, to visit Morocco is to make one of the most nearby of great trips. |
