MARRAKESH - MOROCCO

Hi everyone, I would like to share some memories of my visit to Marrakesh, Morocco in 2018. I visited Morocco for work purposes but managed to squeeze in time to visit this beautiful and exotic city and would definitely encourage all you adventurous souls to visit Morocco.

Marrakesh is a city that is full of exotic North African charm. Just soaking up the atmosphere, amidst a noisy, colorful bustle that encapsulates Morocco's vibrant soul is an unforgettable experience in itself.

For shoppers, this city is a hectic hub for bargain hunting. For history- lovers, there are many grand museums and monuments. For those of you who just want to explore local culture, The Medina offers Moroccan life in all its glory. Marrakesh is also the gateway to Morocco's High Atlas region - which should definitely be on your bucket list as well!

I feel in order to enjoy a relaxing walk or drive around town whilst enjoying the sights
it is best to hire a local guide - unless you have many days to spend finding your way around the city's labyrinthine of backstreets, bustling souks and historical monuments Another must-do is a tasty and traditional Moroccan lunch at a medina restaurant. The following are some of the places captured in this video.

Medina Souks
For many visitors, Marrakesh's Medina or old city district is the town's star attraction. The narrow alleyways are a kaleidoscope of colors, scents, and sounds and are bound to be one of the the sightseeing highlights of your trip. There are countless shopping and bargaining opportunities,on traditional clothes and shoes, spices, perfumes, leather ware, copper and brass goods, wooden goods and souvenirs galore.

Djemaa El Fna
This large square at the entry to the medina is the center of Marrakesh life. It is a vibrant hub of quirky stalls, musicians, fortune-tellers, and snake charmers which are all abustle.

Koutoubia Mosque
The Koutoubia Mosque is Marrakesh's most famous landmark with its striking, 70-meter-tall minaret visible for miles in every direction. The mosque was built in 1162 and is one of the great achievements of Almohad architecture. Non-Muslims are not allowed into the mosque itself so please be aware and respectful of these traditions.

Saadian Tombs
This 16th-century burial ground is home to 66 members of the Saadian dynasty, that ruled Marrakesh between 1524 and 1668. The tombs here include that of the ruler Al-Mansour and his closest family members.

Bahia Palace
This beautiful palace was built in the late 19th century as the residence of the then Grand Vizier Bou Ahmed, who served Sultan Moulay al-Hassan I. The interior of the palace is a dazzling display of painted ceilings and ornate wrought-iron features. The massive marble
courtyard is set in 2-acres of gardens which features rooms that used to be opulent salons of the harem area.

Badi Palace
The ruins of Al-Mansour's once grand palace was once a grand sight to behold. Now there are only the remnants of mosaic-tiled floors and ruined pavilions. There are however
wonderful views across the medina from the top of the walls, where storks have built their nests.

After viewing the palace, head to the Mellah, the old Jewish quarter of Marrakesh established in the 16th century. The small synagogue here has been nicely restored and can be visited along with the Jewish cemetery.

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