Morocco’s Grand Tapestry: The Ultimate Two-Week Tour
Embark on an unforgettable 14-day tour of Morocco, a land where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern vibrancy. A comprehensive two-week tour can offer travelers a tapestry of experiences as diverse as Morocco’s landscapes. From the windswept Atlantic coast to the sun-baked Sahara, from imperial cities steeped in history to mountain villages frozen in […]
The 12 Best Books to Read About Morocco
The 12 Best Books to Read About Morocco The 12 Best Books to Read About Morocco is a hand curated list of our editor’s picks of the Best Books to read before you visit Morocco. These Best Books to Read before you visit Morocco offer an insight into the country’s history, culture and traditions. Preparing […]
Fez Insiders Guide, Travel Tips & Secrets of the Ancient Medina
The Ultimate Fez Insiders Guide, Learn about Travel Tips & Secrets of the Ancient Medina Fez el Bali was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1981. Built during the Idrisid dynasty (789 – 808 AD), the ancient walled city of Fez is one of the oldest in the world. Fez was designed on […]
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 […]
Discovering Islamic Design in Morocco
Islamic geometric design mixes elements of math, art, and history. During your trip through Morocco, you will see colorful geometric patterns on mosques, madrasas, palaces, and private homes. Within these contexts, beautiful patterns can be discovered on kilim carpets, zellige tilework, walls, fountains, pillars, the trimmings of front doors, furniture decor, ceilings, stairways, halls, […]
8 of the Best Riads in Marrakech, Where to Stay, Boutique & Chic
Where to Stay in Marrakech: A Snapshot of the 8 Best Boutique Riads in Marrakech Moroccan Riads are the ideal place to stay when visiting Morocco. Tucked away from bustling city life, Riads serve as the perfect escape to read a book, enjoy a typical Moroccan meal, a sunset cocktail or simply decompress and take […]
Must See, 6 Top Palaces in Marrakech, Your Morocco Private Tour Guide
Marrakech is home to several magnificent, must see Palaces located in the historic district, also referred to as the medina. When visiting Marrakech on a Private Tour to Morocco these Top Rated Palaces are historically significant and offer a window into the former lives of royalty who built and managed these century old lavish homes. […]
Marrakech Museum Best Emerging Culture Destination Africa
The Marrakech Museum for Photography and Visual Arts (MMPVA) has been awarded the “Best Emerging Culture Destination Africa” Prize, by the Leading Culture Destination Awards 2015. The Marrakech Museum for Photography and Visual Arts has featured the work of Don McCullin, Lewis Morley, Magnum and Moroccan photographers inside its temporary home at the Badii Palace. The El Badi Palace, originally commissioned by Ahmad al-Mansur, is this progressive museums home until new construction is complete by Sir David Chipperfield in 2016.
Islamic Architecture in Morocco, Your Morocco Travel Guide
Morocco has the richest Islamic architectural heritage in North Africa. Key to this was the influence of Muslim Andalusia, as Muslims were expelled from Spain as a result of the Christian Reconquista led by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella in 1492. This Andalusian style, which was a rich fusion of European and Arab creativity had a far greater architectural influence, than the Middle East.
