Morocco is a coastal country in North Africa. Located on the shores of the Atlantic and on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, Morocco is blessed with an endless supply of nature and history. If you want to be captivated by the magical beauty of nature, then Morocco may be the best destination for you. Again, if you want to miss out on the twists and turns of history, you can still keep an eye on Morocco on your itinerary. Green forests, vast deserts, blue seas, white sands, high mountains to ancient cities, huge castles, colorful markets - what not in Morocco! You will also be fascinated by the wonderful combination of modernity with the medieval style in the cities of Morocco. Readers, so let's dive into the magical world of Morocco. Learn about Morocco's tourist gems.
Marrakesh
Located in the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains, Marrakesh is the fourth largest city in Morocco. 327 km from the capital Rabat. Located in the southwest, the city was founded by Almoravid Sultan Yusuf bin Tashfin. Marrakesh is called the 'Red City'. Most of its houses are built of red stone, so this badge is attached to the forehead of Marrakesh. The most interesting part of Ruposhi Marrakesh is its famous city square Jama El Fina.
When you come here, you can see a great combination of past and present Morocco. The courtyard is a blend of ancient and traditional Moroccan elements with modern materials. The square has witnessed all the historical and political ups and downs since the founding of Marrakesh. At first this place was used by the Rajabadsharas for beheading of the people. This courtyard later became the center of business interest of the local desert and mountain dwellers. Gradually a variety of shops were established here and a thriving business was started.
Since then, the square has become a haven for singers, magicians, magicians, snakes, monkey dancers, Ayurvedic drug dealers, storytellers, thieves and even pickpockets. In addition to the city square, Marrakesh has the traditional Moroccan 'Souk' (market). From olives, dates, figs to hand-knitted baskets, perfumes, hats, scarves, T-shirts, tea, carpets - everything is available in the markets. In addition, there are city walls, forts, mausoleums, gardens, palaces, mosques, etc. built by different rulers at different times in Marrakesh. Not to mention the Qutubiya Mosque when it comes to mosques.
It is the largest mosque in the city of Marrakesh. It was built during the reign of Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur. The specialty of this mosque is its 77 meter high minaret. At the top of this minaret there are eye-catching crafts of copper balls. So you understand, your trip to Morocco will never be complete without visiting this busiest city in Africa.
Fez al Bali
The old walled part of the Moroccan city of Fez is originally called Fez al Bali. If you wish to get lost in the maze of narrow winding alleys, welcome to Fez Al Bali.
The roads in this city are so narrow that there is no traffic. That is why this city has been awarded the title of the largest 'motor car free city' in the world. Fez is the largest medieval city in the world, which still survives in its entirety. The streets of the city are crammed with shops, mosques and madrasas. These historical architectures combine Oriental, African and Moorish architecture.
The city of Fez was built during the reign of the Idrisid dynasty, as their capital. Later the Almoravids came and built a new city on the other side of the Fez River, connecting the two cities by building a bridge over the river. The new and old parts of the city were declared together by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1981. Another important feature of Fez is the University of Al Karwin, the oldest institution of higher learning recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records.
Tangier
You must have heard the name of the Gibraltar system. This famous system connects the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Tangier is an important port city in Africa and Morocco on the south bank of the Strait of Gibraltar. Due to its convenient geographical location, the city has long served as a gateway to Europe from Europe. The city is built at the foot of a hill made of white limestone. The blue-and-white houses against the backdrop of the white hills - all in all, a picture of immaculate beauty.
If Marrakesh is called the 'Red City', then Tangier should be called the 'White City'. From the beginning to the middle of the twentieth century, under various joint political supervision, it became a semi-independent city. With that, Tanzia became a safe haven for diplomats, businessmen, writers, painters and spies. Not only geopolitical features, Tangier has a rich history and a rich cultural life built on a combination of diverse cultures. Surely you know Ibn Battuta? Hey, that famous tourist!
The birthplace and mausoleum of that Batuta is located in Tangier. The book by Muhammad Shukri, Africa's most famous and controversial author, is set in Tangier. The famous author Paolo Coelho's world-winning novel The Alchemist also had Tangier present, didn't it? Think. Also here are literary geniuses like Allen Ginsberg, William Barros.
This time I will talk about the special tourist attractions of Tangier. First of all we have to talk about 'Kasbah'. Kasbah is the place where kings live and ensures the defense of the city during wars. The 'Kasbah' in Tangier was the historic residence of the Sultans of Morocco.
The center of Kasbahar is 'Dar El McGen'. It has now been turned into a museum. There are also beaches, the Spartel Cape, the Grand Mosque of Tangier and much more.
King Hassan II Mosque
Located in Casablanca, Morocco's largest city, the second Hassan Mosque is the largest in Africa and the fifth largest in the world.
It was built by King Hasan II in memory of the fifth Muhammad. Its construction began in 1986 and was completed seven years later in 1993. It is the most expensive installation in Morocco. The mosque cost 585 million euros to build. Granite, marble, wood and glass have been used in its construction. It blends Moroccan architecture with Moroccan architecture.
Marble carved floors, cedar wood ceilings, jellies on the walls - all aesthetically pleasing to the interior. This mosque is the largest floating mosque in the world. Some parts of it are located on land, and some parts are on the sea.
The central place of worship of the mosque is on the ground floor. From here you can enjoy the natural beauty of the Atlantic Ocean through the transparent glass floor. Another feature of the mosque is its 210 meter high minaret. This is the tallest tower in the world!
Bab Al Mansur
Located on the southeast side of El Hadim Square in the city of Mackenzie, Morocco, this arched entrance is the largest and most beautiful entrance in Morocco. It is one of the most protected historical sites in Morocco. It is adorned with dazzling craftsmanship of shiny tiles jellies. The carved Arabic inscriptions have also been beautified. In front of the gate is written in Arabic, "I am the most beautiful gate in Morocco. I am like the moon in the sky. Wealth and riches are engraved on my forehead."
The peculiarity of this gate is that it is not open to any fort or palace. You can't go anywhere through this door. This gate was originally built to entertain the people and enhance the beauty of the city. The gate was built as part of the magnificent city of Mackenzie during the reign of Moulai Ismail, Morocco's one-time dictator. Its construction was completed in 1732, during the reign of his son Maule Abdullah. Looking at this ornate gate, one can get a good idea of the royal taste of King Ishmael.
Volubilis
An archeological site located in the middle of a fertile farmland surrounded by the Volubilis wheat field near the town of Mackenzie. The 42-hectare monument was the capital of Mauritania in the third century BC. It later became a Roman colony. In that sense, many buildings are built in Roman architecture.
The archeological remains are vivid evidence of the fact that Morocco was once part of the Roman Empire. It has witnessed innumerable civilizations from prehistoric times to Islamic civilization. Its diverse construction materials, such as mosaics, marble, bronze, hundreds of inscriptions and a variety of architectural styles continue to bear the signature of talented builders and architects of various times. Excavations have uncovered the ruins of palaces, parliament buildings, royal entrances, etc.
Arg Chebi
Go to Morocco and don't wander in the desert, how is that? Morocco has a number of windy, dusty, treeless areas. These are called arg. Arg Chebi is such an Arg.
Here the sand dunes are up to 650 meters high. Many travel companies arrange camel trekking here. However, this place is well suited for many more fun activities.
These include desert hiking, sand boarding, climbing high sand dunes to see the enchanting sunset or sunrise in the Sahara, trekking in Bedouin villages to see the desert life from afar, and camping in the desert at night.
Esauira
Esauira, a city on the Atlantic coast. It is an important port city in Morocco, as well as an important tourist attraction. The bustle of the port, the fishing boats floating in the calm buried sea and the long beaches are the main attractions here but the walled city, the fortified fort, the artistic entrances will also move your mind.
A special kind of coastal wind has made Esauira a pilgrimage site for beach-centered sports tourists from all over the world. Due to strong winds, people from different countries flock here for windsurfing and kitesurfing from April to November. Due to the abundance of wind, the city has been given the geographical nickname 'Wind City of Africa'. However, most visitors come here in the spring or autumn, to enjoy the aroma of its spicy alleys or the wide streets of the protected city. It is not hot here due to the abundant wind. So peace is found here. Again, there is no noise like Marrakesh. In a quiet city, the sound of the wind echoes.
Morocco is a country that has a unique beauty in every village, every city. In fact, the whole country seems to be drowning in a different sea of beauty. Once in Morocco, you will fall in love with its indescribable beauty. You will want to go back again and again to this beautiful country.
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