11 Extraordinary Places to See Islamic Design & Geometric Patterns in Morocco
Morocco is known for its extraordinary architecture that has historically been influenced by Moors and the Idrisi dynasty whose geometric designs and patterns were incorporated in all forms of buildings. Pre Islamization the Berber Kingdom set the architectural tone with mud-brick houses and kasbahs. Touring Morocco’s Imperial Cities and the grand south offers the opportunity to […]
Casablanca’s Changing Face, Your Casablanca Tour Guide
Casablanca is changing. It has always been the business capital and is Morocco’s largest city providing 48 per cent of the urban jobs in Morocco. It had the reputation of being run down and polluted but things are changing. The newest addition is Casablanca’s new tramway system a radical change in urban transport policy which links the centre with some of the suburbs . It was inaugurated by King Mohammed VI with French Prime Minister Jean- Marc Ayrault. There is now an alternative to Casablanca’s red petit taxis and the traffic jams in the city centre.
Travel Exploration Casablanca Shore Excursions, Your Casablanca Tour Guide
Sailing into Casablanca is an unforgettable experience, with glimpses of the Hassan II Mosque and the Casablanca Corniche. Centuries of history await to be unraveled in the seaside city known for its Art Deco Architecture and Moroccan flavor in this legendary city that is coupled with Moroccan history, Jewish History and the economic capitol of Morocco. […]
Casablanca Site seeing Tours, Your Morocco Travel Guide
Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city as well as the its chief port. As the biggest city in Morocco, Casablanca is the primary place where cruise ships dock. A Casablanca site seeing tour is the best way to spend the day ashore when arriving on a cruise. Many Holland America Cruises and Oceania Cruises dock in Casablanca overnight or for the day. With 24 hours in Casablanca there’s a lot to see and do. A site seeing excursion that offers a little taste of Morocco is the perfect way to get to know this fascinating city who made its name in the 1940’s film “Casablanca.”
Ramadan Ambiance in Morocco, Your Morocco Travel Guide
Ramadan in Morocco and other Islamic countries is an unusual time when in addition to heightened spirituality, a special atmosphere permeates the culture unlike the rest of the year. This is even more true when the month falls outside of the school year, as most of it does this year, 2010. Normal schedules are completely turned around during Ramadan, and people enjoy special foods and family celebration.
