Marrakesh, the red city, is the former imperial city of Morocco. The city has two parts, an older fortified city- Medina and the adjacent modern city- Gueliz or Ville Nouvelle. Both the cities present contrasting lifestyles to the outside world. Medina has long and narrow streets with traditional shops full of life and character. On the contrary, Gueliz has a modernistic outlook with fast food chains, brand stores, fantastic homes and modern hotels.
Having the population of 1,070,838, the city is served by Menara international airport. Direct flights to Marrakesh come from London or Paris, however, from all other parts of the world flights land in Casablanca from where they depart for Marrakech. Several airlines including Ryanair, Royal air Maroc and Thompson airways operate from the city.
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The city is served by train, bus and cabs. Travellers can hang around to see marvelous places and bueatiful Houses (old grand houses converted into hotels and inns). Most famous places of Marrakech include Djemaa El-Fna, Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, Majorelle Gardens, Majorelle Gardens, El Bahia Palace, Riad Laksiba, Angsana Riads Collection Morocco. However, if someone is on a budget travel, discount hotels that can be stayed in, are Hotel Ali, Hotel Atlas, Hotel Central Palace, Hotel Imouzzer, Hotel Ibis, Moroccan House Hotel, and Villa DAR EL KANOUN.
Major things to be done while being in Marrakech include experiencing and staying in Riads, exploring souks (the markets in Medina), hammams, buying traditional spices and stuff from local markets. If you plan to eat at Djemaa El-Fna, eat like locals at the stalls in the square. All of them are perfectly safe to eat and have been there for quite a long period of time.
Safety in Marrakesh is not a problem. It can be regarded as a safe city generally; however, being watchful about your surroundings is advised. While being in the city, there is a rare chance of violent crimes but your money can be stolen so keep it close and hidden. Be careful about being drugged, check official badge of the guides and if you want to be unidentified, contact a shopkeeper to dress you up in a traditional way.
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