Places of Interest - Morocco

Ait Benhaddoudou

The Kasbah of Aint Benhaddoudou is by far the most striking of the country. Standing on the edge of the new town you’ve got an amazing view of the mudbrick city with numerous small alleys and squares in this marvelous semi-desert landscape. Read more >>>

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Casablanca

If there is a city in Morocco that is better known than the biggest tourist attractions in the country then it is Casablanca. Not really famous for its attractions, Casablanca continues to attract people. The newly built mega-mosque you can’t miss. Read more >>>

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Chefchaouen

The blue city of Morocco is one of the most startling cities in the northern part of the country. In the streets and alleys you can see many traditional workshops but you can also make great day-walks through the beautiful Rif mountains. Read more >>>

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Erg Chebbi (Merzouga)

Merzouga is the hub for visiting one of the most beautiful pieces of sand in the whole of the Sahara dessert. This relatively small part of the huge dessert is used for numerous TV series and films and that’s got a reason. You can make a tour on a camel and sleep in a traditional Berber tent. Read more >>>

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Essaouira

The old Portuguese colony city Essaouira is known for its harbor and its relaxed atmosphere. It has a nice sandy beach but another highlight is the old medina of the port is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Finally, there are countless galleries and terraces. Read more >>>

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Fes

Fes, the oldest King-city should be on every bucket list of a visit to Morocco. Blessed with a traditional tapestry in the center of town and countless other ancient crafts and mosques, the historic city is still the proud heart of the country. Read more >>>

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Marakkesh

The most striking site of the Moroccan city of Marrakech should be the central square of the city, Djemaa el Fna. This central place is very popular with tourists, as well as the adjacent souk (bazar) with its picturesque alleys and stalls selling all kinds of merchandise. Read more >>>

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Meknes and Volubilis

Meknes is one of the King cities in Morocco and is mainly inhabited by Berbers. The city is sometimes called the Versailles of Morocco and with reason. Nearby are the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, the best preserved archaeological site in the country. Read more >>>

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Todra valley (and Tingrir)

In this narrow gap which is about 15 km long, the walls rise hundreds of meters; it is chilly here because the sun cannot penetrate here. You can climb up the steep sides and make a great walk along shepherds and locals on this dry plateau. Read more >>>

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