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Popular Destinations in Morocco

With the Atlantic to the west, the Mediterranean to the north, wonderful beaches, four ranges of mountains with cascade waterfalls, century old cedar forests, eternal snows, immense plains of flowers with orange and almond blossom, rivers that lay out a carpet of greenery to the threshold of the desert and carve out the most spectacular gorges.
Morocco has been inhabited since pre historic times, as history shows it has a wealth of culture to be explored. Today Morocco is an independent state with its own constitutional monarch.

From the Straits of Gibraltar to Mauritania, nature has made Morocco one of the most beautiful countries in the world.

When we think of Morocco we imagine bright hot sun, white sandy beaches, mystical adventure, an array of sumptuous colours, bustling souks and wondrous evenings under dramatic sunsets!

Agadir
Agadir is a true Moroccan seaside town with palm-lined boulevards, stucco architecture, long sandy beaches and a remarkable climate. As the road descents to Agadir you will find some of the most remote and best tempting white sandy beaches, which are just unbelievable.

Agadir after dark has everything to offer with narrow streets and busy boulevards, which open out to open-air bars and restaurants offering local and international cuisine. The atmosphere is animated, everyone forges friendship over a drink or over a bargain struck in the near by shops which are open all evenings. There are long walks and array of nightlife from discos and folklore evenings.

The shopping scene is the local souk surrounded by pink battlemented wall. Agadir is an ideal base from which to venture into some of the Morocco's most spectacular scenery.

Essaouira
Essaouria lies on the south west coast beneath low Mediterranean type hills. Carved by small stony fields dotted with olive and thorny argan trees. Houses are painted white and blue, there are over hanging flower baskets and a thriving fishing harbour.

Essaouria has fortified town walls, routed in a rugged out breaks of rocks above a sandy bay. It has long been associated with artists as many walled murals testify - you will discover the true Morocco in this arty harbour small town.

Most of the coast is the preserve of camel drivers and shepherds - but hidden away are where most of the secret beaches which can only be discovered on foot. There are cascades of flourishing almond orchards reached by winding roads through a stunning gorge and it contains one of Morocco's undoubted gems.

The ramparts lead you to the local souk where craftsmen carve everything from small boxes to tables out of cedar and thuya wood, some of the finest wood workers in Morocco. Eassaouira remains so far unspoilt and attracts visitors who enjoy the culture, colours and fun of true Morocco.

In the evening restaurants come alive with fantastic fresh fish and delicacies of tapas and traditional Moroccan food. Terrace bars are the focus of nightlife together with the stretches of white sand dunned beaches, which are frequent by late night surfers.

Marrakech
Marrakech is the most exotic city in Morocco, and the meeting place of cultures and continents - just waiting to be discovered!

This vibrant cultural city is situated in the geographical centre of the country and the first great city north of the Sahara. As a gateway to the south Marrakech is dominated by the towering snow caped peaks of the Atlas Mountains. During winter and summer the city has a perpetual party atmosphere, which is intriguing, and intoxifying.

The city has two distinct parts one of more interest visitors is the Medina with its winding markets and historical monuments enclosed within pink walls. There are bustling squares and twisting alleys with densely packed souks, each specialising in a particular trade. Historical sites are numerous and offer a wealth of cultural diversity. In the evening's private courtyards, beautiful gardens, restaurants and bars open for a buzz of activity!
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# Posté le jeudi 11 mai 2006 12:19

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