It's not surprising that Morocco is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Africa. Here you can experience everything from water lapped sandy beaches to white hot dessert sands and fertile green valleys. The main starting points are the more popular cities such as Marrakech, Tangier, Fes and Casablanca. At each of these places, you will find the usual hodgepodge mixture of medinas, and bazaars You will also find superb beach resorts and excellent hotels.
We have selected some not to be missed sight for your next visit.
Boulaouane Kasbah
Located just south of the city of Casablanca this majestic Kasbah was built as a fortress overlooking the Wadi Oum er-Rbia River in 1710. Visitors who take the long winding stairway to the top of the Kasbah’s ten meter high tower will be rewarded with an awe-inspiring view of the surrounding area. The interior of the Kasbah is a treasure trove of beautifully detailed mosaic designs and other decorations.
Citadel of Chellah Gardens
Located in Morocco’s capital city, Rabat, the Chellah Gardens are expertly landscaped to display hundreds of flowers which come into bloom in Morocco’s spring season creating a richly colored palette. The entrance to the gardens is through a skilfully crafted door inscribed with Arabesque calligraphy and within the grounds of the gardens visitors will come across Roman ruins and elaborate tombstones.
Saadian Tombs
Dating back to the 16th century, the Saadian Tombs situated just outside Marrakech are the burial ground for around 200 members of the Saadian dynasty, including Sultan Ahmed el Mansour who was buried there in 1603. The tombs were sealed by a subsequent ruler and remained sealed until being discovered by General Hubert Lyautey in 1917 who set about restoring and preserving them as an important part of Morocco’s history.
Friouato Caves
As the largest known cave system in Northern Africa, the Friouato Caves near the town of Taza attract visitors from far and wide. Guided tours take visitors down a hundred meter shaft in order to gain access to several large chambers with breath-taking rock formations, stalactites and stalagmites.
We have selected some not to be missed sight for your next visit.
Boulaouane Kasbah
Located just south of the city of Casablanca this majestic Kasbah was built as a fortress overlooking the Wadi Oum er-Rbia River in 1710. Visitors who take the long winding stairway to the top of the Kasbah’s ten meter high tower will be rewarded with an awe-inspiring view of the surrounding area. The interior of the Kasbah is a treasure trove of beautifully detailed mosaic designs and other decorations.
Citadel of Chellah Gardens
Located in Morocco’s capital city, Rabat, the Chellah Gardens are expertly landscaped to display hundreds of flowers which come into bloom in Morocco’s spring season creating a richly colored palette. The entrance to the gardens is through a skilfully crafted door inscribed with Arabesque calligraphy and within the grounds of the gardens visitors will come across Roman ruins and elaborate tombstones.
Saadian Tombs
Dating back to the 16th century, the Saadian Tombs situated just outside Marrakech are the burial ground for around 200 members of the Saadian dynasty, including Sultan Ahmed el Mansour who was buried there in 1603. The tombs were sealed by a subsequent ruler and remained sealed until being discovered by General Hubert Lyautey in 1917 who set about restoring and preserving them as an important part of Morocco’s history.
Friouato Caves
As the largest known cave system in Northern Africa, the Friouato Caves near the town of Taza attract visitors from far and wide. Guided tours take visitors down a hundred meter shaft in order to gain access to several large chambers with breath-taking rock formations, stalactites and stalagmites.
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