MOROCCO

A PHOTO GALLERY BY VÍCTOR OVIES

 

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Fes or Fez is the third largest city in Morocco, after Casablanca and Rabat. It is one of the four so-called "imperial cities" Fes is separated into three parts, Fes-al-Bali, Fes-Djedid and the Ville Nouvelle. Fes-al-Bali, the larger of the two medinas of Fes, is believed to be the largest contiguous car-free medieval area in the world.

 

Marrakech known as the "Pearl of the South," has the largest berber market (souk) in Morocco and also hosts the busiest square in the entire continent of Africa, called Djemaa el Fna. Like many Middle Eastern cities, Marrakech has two main divisions: the médina and the modern city.

Tangier still retains its faded charm. Not entirely Moroccan, European or African but a heady mix of all three - and the old world of bazaars is still intact in the form of the Grand Socco with its makeshift shops, snake charmers, musicians and storyteller.

Meknes saw its golden age as the imperial capital of Morocco under the reign of Moulay Ismail (1672 – 1727), before it relocated to Rabat. A Berber tribe called the Maknassa settled there in the 10th century, and a town consequently grew around the fortress.

 

ASILAH - MEDINA - PUERTA

Asilah resembles many a place in Greece, with whitewashed houses, broken by some blue wall painting or door.  Asilah is much of a hangout for artists, and walking around the place you will spot many traces of their activity, like paintings on house walls.

Xaouen  is an enchanting town sitting at the foot of the Rif Mountains. It is a unique place to visit. It is small and manageable yet friendly to tourists; the mountain air and atmosphere are relaxing; and one can catch a glimpse of rural life while hiking.

Tetuan, just kilometres inland from the Spanish coastal enclave of Ceuta was once the capital of Spanish Morocco, this pretty city has a tangible connection with Andalucía: balconies and windows framed by iron grilles, shaded squares and patios.

 

Casablanca, Hassan II Mosque is the largest religious monument in the world after Mecca. It has space for 25,000 worshippers inside and another 80,000 outside. The 210-meter minaret is the tallest in the world and is visible day and night for miles around.

Rabat, just kilometres inland from the Spanish coastal enclave of Ceuta was once the capital of Spanish Morocco, this pretty city has a tangible connection with Andalucía: balconies and windows framed by iron grilles, shaded squares and patios.

 

 

 
Tangier, Fez, Marrakesh, Casablanca, Rabat... just the names of these cities stir a hint of spice in the nostrils. Morocco has been thoroughly mythologized and for good reason. Travellers extol the country's unique living history, its shimmering light and its extraordinary art.. Morocco is the ideal African starting point for the traveller. An easy hop from Europe, it is hectic but friendly and stimulating as well. Open-air markets throughout the country are piled high with rugs, woodwork, jewellery and leather - said to be the softest in the world. (Lonely Planet)

 

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All pictures in the Morocco photo gallery, including but not limited to the Tangier, Fez, Marrakech, Tetuan, Xaouen, Meknes and Asilah photo galleries are copyrighted by Victor Ovies unless stated otherwise. You may download and store them for personal use only. Unauthorized reproduction or commercial use of this material is forbidden and will be prosecuted.