Category Archives: Berber Life
Moroccan Saffron In TheTaliouine Mountainside
For all of you foodies out there I’m sure you’ve heard of a little thread-like spice called saffron. I’m also sure you know that its deep red color and pungent aroma can set you back a few dollars. But, for … Continue reading
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Berber Moroccan Singer: Najat Aatabou
Najat Aatabou of Berber heritage is a sensational singer who has remained firmly traditional in her use of musical instruments but forward looking in her approach towards chaabi. Aatabou has 25 albums to her name and enjoys immense popularity, in Morocco … Continue reading
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Tour The Rif Mountains in Chefchaouen Morocco
Isolated in the Rif Mountains, Chefchaouen is one of Morocco’s great treasures. This small mountain village sweeps you away into a state of calm with its color scheme that embraces every imaginable shade of blue. Bold splashes of cobalt, turquoise, … Continue reading
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Ramadan in Morocco: An Islamic Holy Tour Of This Holiday’s Traditions
Ramadan, considered as the most important holiday in Islam, happens on the ninth month of the twelve month lunar calendar followed in Islam. These lunar months are twelve days shorter than the Gregorian calendar, so Ramadan occurs earlier in … Continue reading
The Couscous Tradition Of Morocco
Couscous or more affectionately known as seksu or sikuk, is the national dish of Morocco. The origins of the dish’s name is still a mystery, but many attribute it to the hissing sound as its steam moves through the holes of the … Continue reading
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Top 10 Places To Travel In Morocco
Morocco is modern Muslim country in North Africa. It has a coast on the Atlantic Ocean that reaches past the Strait of Gibraltar into the Mediterranean Sea. Morocco, also referred to as the Kingdom of Morocco, has international borders with … Continue reading
Travel Morocco: Learn to Play Gnawa Music
Watch this video of Moroccan musician and lecturer Yassir Chadly as he explains how to build a gimbri and the fundamentals of playing Gnawa Sufi music. Travel Exploration specializes in Morocco Travel. We provide Tours and travel opportunities to Morocco … Continue reading
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Travel the Roman Ruins of Volubilis in Ancient Morocco
Streams of light illuminate the elaborate ruins accentuating each crevice line and jagged edge with a stream of shadows. As the sun sets the ivory Corinthian columns slowly fade from sepia tones to midnight black silhouettes. On a crisp day … Continue reading
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Bizarre Foods of Morocco- For The Exotic Traveler
Check out this Bizarre Foods episode with Andrew Zimmern from the Travel Channel. To become immersed deep within the culture Zimmern is willing to eat pretty much anything that comes his way, this time it happens to be K’lia a … Continue reading
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Go Green – Tour The Seaside Town of Essaouria Morocco
On the fringes of Essaouira outside the cannon-studded walls the callous winds roar and the sun glints against the ocean waves. Windsurfers test the roaring waters off the coast, but inside the city is a relaxing and mystic atmosphere. The … Continue reading
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