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    Tourist Attractions in Morocco

    The most interesting and beautiful tourist attractions in Morocco. Photos and a brief description.

    About Morocco

    Morocco is a country that opens the gates to the Arab world. And already at the entrance to them, you can feel the richness of culture, the smell of spices, you can see the silhouettes of sun-baked sacred mosques and luxurious palaces. But this is only one side of Morocco.

    The country has a rich and diverse nature. The proof of this is man–made beauty. Among them are the Majorelle Garden, gardens Menara, Arab League Park. But nature itself has not deprived the country. Picturesque waterfall Uzud in the Atlas Mountains attracts thousands of tourists. Todra Gorge will captivate with its grandeur and beauty. The Erg-Shebbi desert lives its own life, allowing those who wish to observe its magical metamorphoses. And this is not all the variety of landscapes.

    Top Cities to Visit in Morocco

    Top Tourist Attractions in Morocco

    Meknes

    The former capital of Morocco, an imperial city. The royal attitude to life has been preserved here: serene and unhurried. The entrance to the old town is guarded by a gate of Women Mansur. They are considered the most beautiful in Morocco. There are luxurious gardens in the old town. Fortune tellers, jugglers, snake charmers come to El Gedim Square. All the bustle of the Medina does not reach only to the magic pond Agdal.

    Meknes
    Archaeological sites of Volubilis

    Archaeological sites of Volubilis

    Volubilis is the capital of Mauritania and an outpost of the Roman Empire. It was founded in the III century BC. Its population reached 20 thousand people. The city was decorated with a triumphal arch, pedestals. Its buildings were exquisite and beautiful and had everything necessary for everyday life. An aqueduct was also built in Volubilis. The ruins of the city are considered the most beautiful in Morocco.

    Hassan II Mosque

    It is the tallest religious building in the world. It is located on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. Its height is 200 meters. It is 30 meters higher than the pyramid of Cheops. It was built by 2,500 builders, 10,000 artists and craftsmen decorated the mosque. From the outside it looks like a real palace. Here, the floors of golden marble are heated, and the roof with bright emerald tiles can move apart.

    Hassan II Mosque
    Fez

    Fez

    The city is considered the cultural heart of Morocco. It is divided into two parts. In one of them there is a palace, gardens and a cemetery. Behind the main gate is the second – there are 6000 streets that stretch 73 kilometers and 200 mosques scattered across 40 blocks. Every house here breathes history. The buildings decorated with carvings, fountains, mosques seem to have frozen in the past. They look the same as they did many years ago.

    Menard Gardens

    The most famous park of Marrakech. The gardens are located at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. They were created at the beginning of the XII century. Their area is 100 hectares. Palm trees grow here, an olive grove is planted, a pool with fish is made. Fruit trees are also planted in the garden. Some are 300 years old. A gazebo has been built for recreation. It is not strange that this is one of the most photographed places in Morocco.

    Menard Gardens

    Erg-Shebbi

    Erg-Shebbi is a desert, its dunes change their shape every day under the influence of the wind and can reach 150 meters in height. The desert seems to be alive. She is especially beautiful during sunset. Excursions to the desert are organized on camels. At this time, you can live in tents and eat national food.

    Grottos of Hercules

    The Grottoes of Hercules are located near the city of Tangier and have long been its symbol. These are two rocks, between which a depression has formed. According to legend, it was Hercules, resting before his exploits, who broke through the rock. One part of it belongs to Europe, the other to Africa. The shape of the passage itself resembles the shape of the African continent. Fish is fried in the cave, souvenirs are sold. Rich Europeans used to have picnics here.

    Grottos of Hercules
    Majorelle Garden

    Majorelle Garden

    A cozy and picturesque corner between the old and new city Marrakech. It was created by Jacques Majorelle in 1924. He embodied the life and culture of Morocco in the garden, using the colors of nature. The next owner of the garden was Yves Saint Laurent. He restored the garden and the Majorelle house. Bridges, paths, a fountain, a bamboo alley — now these are heavenly places in hot Morocco, where it is quiet and peaceful, but very colorful.

    Todra Gorge

    Gorge Todra is a part of a canyon made by rivers Todra and Dades. In some places, the distance between the rocks reaches 10 meters, and their height is 160. This is one of the favorite places of rock climbers. There are paths laid for the hiker. The landscapes of the canyon, cut in half by the river, resemble the view of another planet. A stream flows at the base of the gorge. Once it was a full-flowing icy river.

    Todra Gorge
    Essaouira

    Essaouira

    A port city that served as a fortress in the past. Therefore, it is surrounded by walls on which cannons have been preserved. The view from the fortress to the city is amazing. It was here that the film "Othello" was shot. There are snow–white houses with blue windows, museums and ruins of palaces in the city. The length of the city beach is 6 kilometers. This is a favorite place for windsurfers. And anyone can be fed fresh fish here, and even for ridiculous money.

    Draa River Valley

    The length of the river is 1150 kilometers, Draa is the longest river in Morocco. But she doesn't always get to the ocean. Often its waters are consumed on the way. Only in spring it flows with all its force. Oases and villages were formed near it. The first Sultan of Morocco was born in one of them. The river valley also marked the beginning of world culture. An ancient statuette of a woman was found here.

    Draa River Valley
    Bahia Palace

    Bahia Palace

    The palace was built in 1880 Bahia in translation means "the Palace of Beauty". It was built for one of the four wives of the ruler Sidi Moussa. Its area is 8 hectares. It doesn't shine gold on the outside. In accordance with the Arab philosophy — the most intimate things do not need to be shown. Inside the palace is beautifully painted, its interior is not ordinary, but original, lively. The rooms create a real magical maze.

    Ait-Ben-Haddu

    The city was built to protect the caravan routes. He is a typical representative of Moroccan clay architecture. The houses are almost identical, all painted in the color of the scorching sun. A lot of films were shot in the city. Ait Ben Haddu is listed as a UNESCO heritage Site. There are museums, souvenir shops and a mosque on its streets. Among the houses of the same type, you can see works of art on almost every corner.

    Ait-Ben-Haddu
    Jemaa al-Fna

    Jemaa al-Fna

    Square Jemaa al-Fna is a place that has gathered all the flavor and mood Marrakech. There is a zoo, a circus, an orchestra pit. Merchants offer to buy medicinal herbs, spices, spices. You will be fed seafood at a low price, trainers will offer photos with animals, magicians and acrobats attract the eyes, and snake charmers fascinate. It's all like a page from an Arabic fairy tale.

    El Badi Palace

    The El Badi Palace is a symbol of victory. It was built in 1603. The palace was called golden because of its stunningly rich decoration. It was crystal, gold, marble, rare woods. But over time, the ruler decided to move the palace to another city. So the long disassembly work began. Everything that had value was taken out. Now El Badi is a ruin of luxury.

    El Badi Palace
    Thalassemtane National Park

    Thalassemtane National Park

    The park was created in order to preserve the last spruce forest in Morocco. Thalassemtane is a great place for hiking or horseback riding. Beautiful natural landscapes open up from many points of the park. Hostels have been prepared for tourists, where they are received with all the hospitality.

    Kasbah of Agadir

    The Kasbah is a city fortress on a hill. It was built in Agadir in 1540. In 1752 it was re-equipped and rebuilt. 300 people lived on its territory. After the earthquake in 1960 from the Kasbah there's almost nothing left. The high wall and the main gate survived. But tourists still like to climb it. Here you can take great photos, admire the view and feel the cool wind.

    Kasbah of Agadir
    Mahakma do Pasha Palace

    Mahakma do Pasha Palace

    Mahkama du Pasha is a palace that flew off the pages of the "Thousand and One Nights". There are 600 halls in it and everyone is fighting for the right to be called the most beautiful. It was built in 1952. The palace is decorated with forging, mosaics, stone and wood carvings. Now the city municipality is in its premises. On its territory there are luxurious gardens with rose bushes and fountains. The style of the palace combined Arab charm and French sophistication.

    Arab League Park

    This is the largest park in the city. It was created by French designers in 1920-1930. On the outskirts of the park stands the Sacre Coeur Cathedral. The luxury of the East and European sophistication are mixed here. Visitors walk along alleys, relax under palm trees, enjoy neatly trimmed lawns and bushes. There are decorative ponds here, sometimes bright spots of flower beds can be seen on the green canvas.

    Arab League Park
    Qutubiya Mosque

    Qutubiya Mosque

    It is the main shrine of Marrakech. It was built in 1190. The height of the minaret is 69 meters. It is decorated with stucco and mosaics. But most of all it is shrouded in legends. One of them is that the balls on the top of the mosque are made of pure gold. This story was the reason for many attacks on the shrine. The second is that every evening Saint Sidi Abu el–Abbas-el-Sabti ascends to the mosque and descends only when all the inhabitants have food and shelter.

    Shaven (Shefshauen)

    Chavin is the blue city of sunny Morocco. It seems that the sky and water in one night painted it entirely. It was founded in 1471. Fog often envelops it, but even in this weather, the city is bright. There are many workshops where residents are engaged in crafts. The city is famous for its fabrics and carpets. For a long time there were no foreigners here. Now the city has become one of the most visited in Morocco.

    Shaven (Shefshauen)
    Kasbah Udaya

    Kasbah Udaya

    The main citadel of Rabat and a monument of Moorish architecture. The guns of the XII century have been preserved on it. Inside the fortress there are houses with blank walls. Tourists often come to the northern part of the citadel. There is an observation deck on the sea. It offers a gorgeous view. There is also a museum of Moorish culture on the territory of the fortress.

    Uzud Waterfall

    The mountain waterfall is 110 meters high. It flows noisily down the slopes of the Atlas Mountains in three cascades. On his way, he sprays the mountains overgrown with olive trees and attracts monkeys. Visitors can meet them when viewing the waterfall. Uzud is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. You can approach it from below. It's an indescribable feeling. There is also a well-developed tourist infrastructure.

    Uzud Waterfall