Capital of Morocco Rabat

Capital of Morocco Rabat is the fourth imperial city. It is the symbol of

 splendor and greatness of a popular monarchy. A city with a special structure linking elegantly ancient traditions with modern culture. Settled in the 7thC B.C, explored by Phoenicians, occupied by Carthaginians and Romans, converted by Muslim Arabs in the 12th C and witnessed its golden time under the rule of Almohad, declared as the administrative capital of the French protectorate in 1912 and remains the political capital of Morocco after the independence.
Hence one can easily understand the secret behind the infinite variety of the city. The capital narrates its rich eventful history through the surviving traces enclosed within the old prodigious walls, within the bustling ancient Medina, within the 17th C Kasbah of Oudaia, within the ruins of that large unfinished mosque with its magnificent tower standing proudly in the heart of the city and finally within the countless aging building bracing a profound meaning of Morocco majestic history.

The city is also a modern city which has beautiful Atlantic beaches, conservative avenues, modern markets, sumptuous lush gardens and several important museums containing a treasure of fine artwork.













What to See

-The Medina: built in the seventeenth century to accommodate refugees from Andalusia, it is now known for its Jewish quarter (Mellah), its covered souk es Sebat in the Rue des Consuls, and all other sorts of diverse shops.
-Hassan Tower and the Royal Mausoleum

-Chellah: old city founded by Carthaginians, conquered by Romans and later passed under Arab rule.

-The park Ibn Sina: commonly called "Hilton Park"because of its proximity to the hotel of the same name, the park is the green lung of the city by planting pine and eucalyptus.

-Palace Golf and Dar es Salaam: 45 holes of golf.

-The Archaeological Museum.

-The Avenue Mohammed V: located in the heart of Rabat, along which lie the Parliament, and many cafes and shops.

-The Agdal neighborhood shopping center of activity in the city.

Marrakech

Marrakech is among the most fascinating places in Morocco. It is the forth

  largest city. Know as the red city and the pearl of the Moroccan south.
It was a particular imperial capitol of a vast empire during the reign of Almoravids that covered most of the "Grand maghreb" and extended well into Europe. It was the protector of the Islamic civilization in that part of the world and a celebrated intellectual and commercial center.

Visiting the city means visiting a particular place rich of monuments of varied culture from different ages. The successive sovereignties left an extraordinary religious and historical heritage: the majestic defensive walls with nine amazing gates, as well as an uncountable memorials and monuments, Kasbas, palaces, riyads...apart from this city benefits from a natural variety.

It is situated in the cross roads of the Sahara and framed by the snow-peaked Atlas Mountains.

It is the wonder of many travelers founded in 1062, still preserving its charm and its irresistible attraction. If you have time It is worth stay of several days...









What to See

-Jemaa El Fna: is a square in Marrakesh next to the Koutoubia mosque. This high-spot ever draws a million visitors came to attend the shows hosted by the snake charmers, monkey trainers, storytellers, musicians and other popular artists. "The Cultural Space of Jemaa el-Fna"was included by UNESCO in 2001 as an intangible cultural heritage of mankind.
-The Koutoubia mosque: was Built under the Berber dynasty of the Almoravids in 1120, but was substantially revised from 1162 under the Almohad Amir Abu Yusuf Yaqub al-Mansur, and became one of the most characteristic buildings of this style. Its name comes from the fact that it was in the bazaar merchants manuscripts.

-Saadian Tombs: Dates from the time of the great sultan Ahmad al-Mansur Saadi (1578-1603). These tombs were not discovered until about 1917, then restored by the department of Fine Arts. They are constantly since then to impress visitors with the beauty of their decoration.

-Majorelle Gardens: botanical garden in Marrakech. Tourist French painter Jacques Majorelle (1886-1962) established it in 1931. Property of Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in 1980.

-Dar Si Said museum: located in Marrakech, is dedicated to the Moroccan craft wood. Formerly a mansion built in the late nineteenth century by Si Said, brother of Ahmed Ba, Moulay Abdelaziz Grand Vizier ofand the Sultan Moulay Hassan. Dar Si Said museum was built in 1932.

-Madrasa Ben Youssef: is a gem of Moorish architecture. The current structure of the Koranic school was built in 1570 by Saadian and restored in 1950. It is the work of Sultan Ghalib Al saadien Abdellah which finished construction in 1564-1565.

-The Bahia Palace: is a masterpiece of Moroccan architecture which was built in the late nineteenth century, like most Arab-Andalusian palace, it contains beautiful gardens and lovely patios And comprises 150 rooms richly decorated.

-Menara Garden: is a large garden planted with olive trees in about 45 minutes walk from the Jamaa El Fna. At the heart of this garden, a large basin at the foot of a pavilion serves as a reservoir of water to irrigate crops. It is a very peaceful place, away from the bustle of the city. It is therefore an ideal place for walking.

-The Souks: or markets of Marrakech, just adjacent to Place Djemaa El-Fna, are where you can buy almost anything. From spices to shoes, jellabas to kaftans, tea pots to tagines and much, much more.

Ouarzazate

Ouarzazate is one of the most impressive cities in the whole Morocco,

 called the city of the « Blue Men », it is the door of the vast Sahara and golden sand and the point of departure to the roads of the verdant oases.
It is a city of mixed cultures and unique artistic traditions, situated in a vast desert plateau, bordered by the desert on the southern side and by the snow covered peaks of the high Atlas Mountains on the northern one.

The city preserves many treasures representing a great architectural marks of the great south such as ancient Ksurs and wondrous Kasbahs among which Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah -a fabulous one- considered by the UNESCO as part of human heritage since 1987.

The city exceptional location and varied surroundings established its popularity as a suitable site for international film making. Besides, the city knows a yearly” rose festival” organized in Kalaat m’guna and the international “Sand Marathon”. However the amazing of all is”Royal Gulf Club” which is a real luxury on the direction to the desert.

A tour to the city will carry you into a world of wild nature, a world of virgin Sahara where that feeling of serenity and peace will undoubtedly overwhelm you.













What to See
-Atlas Film Studios:It is one of Morocco's most prized by filmmakers from around the world.

-Aït Benhaddou Kasbah: is a 'fortified city', or ksar, along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech

-Taourirt Kasbah

-Zagora: an oasis town surrounded by palm tree plantations, and the traditional departure point for camel trains to Timbuktu