| Just beneath the high mountain range of the African | | | | tombs is highly recommended by most tourist guides. |
| Atlas is the red city of Morocco known as Marrakech. | | | | 4. Shop and explore its very best. |
| With a culture that has grown to be so vibrant, free, | | | | Popular market stands also known as "souks" offer |
| and pure, who would have known that this imperial city | | | | the best treat for bargain shopping. The bazaar is |
| only started as another pit stop for medieval | | | | usually filled with exotic finds such as metal works, |
| caravans? However, regardless of its humble | | | | wood pieces, baskets, and leather sets-- some of |
| beginnings, you'll still be bound by its magic spell with the | | | | which, you'll only find in Morocco. You'll also be advised |
| warmth of its people, inspiring history, and colorful | | | | not to end your Marrakech travel without a belt, |
| tradition. Standing in the middle of the red city walls, | | | | jewelry, carpet, or any form of clothing that are found |
| you'll know for sure that you're in for a timeless | | | | in the souk. |
| escape with Marrakech travel. But to make the most | | | | 5. Take a journey to the past. |
| out of your journey to this spellbinding exotic | | | | Marrakech is one of the best places to find age-old |
| destination, here are the top eight things you shouldn't | | | | ceramics, paintings, mosaic, jewelries, and fabrics. Its |
| dare miss on your Marrakech travel: | | | | museums house prestigious artifacts that date back to |
| 1. Relive the memories of the old city. | | | | more than a thousand years. Manuscripts, |
| The 13th century walls that surround the medina is | | | | contemporary arts, and traditional clothing are among |
| reminiscent of ancient struggles and battles that took | | | | the well-preserved collection. You may also take note |
| place in Morocco. A tour around the age-old | | | | in your Marrakech travel experience that museums |
| fortresses, gates, and tanneries in your Marrakech | | | | here are not just brick-and-mortar structures but are |
| travel is a good photo opportunity for tourists. Not only | | | | also adorned with verdant gardens. |
| that, you'll also enjoy the inviting spirit of the modern | | | | 6. Stay in luxurious Riads in Marrakech. |
| city amidst the well-preserved relics, natural wonders, | | | | Your Marrakech travel experience will not be complete |
| and architectural pieces of the past. With friendly | | | | without staying in the city's famous Riads. These are |
| people and bustling activities around the corner, you'll | | | | residential facilities that top any 5-star hotel in modern |
| enjoy every minute of this experience. | | | | cities. With luxurious rooms, overlooking views of the |
| 2. Get lost with the crowd at Djemaa el Fna. | | | | fountain, roof top terraces, and exquisite decorations, |
| This large square that lies at heart of the old city is | | | | Riads are one of the best reasons to stay in |
| teeming with too many spectacles and surprises. From | | | | Marrakech. |
| bargain shopping to snake charming, you'll never have | | | | 7. Experience the colorful tradition of Morocco. |
| a dull moment in your Marrakech travel. Open your | | | | Embrace the Moroccan culture through entertainment |
| eyes to a lot of things, which include juggling acts, | | | | activities and festivals in Marrakech. The Popular Arts |
| musical performances, as well as belly dancing. You | | | | Festival is a good way to add more life to your |
| don't even have to worry about losing your way back | | | | Marrakech travel adventures. Have a great time with |
| to your hotel. As overwhelmingly large as it can be, the | | | | fortune-tellers, fire swallowers, and acting troupes in |
| square offers a winding escape to interesting sites | | | | the culmination of this festivity. Apart from carnival |
| around the city. | | | | spectacles, you'll also witness the horse-riding parade |
| 3. Take a spiritual retreat. | | | | known as Fantasia. |
| They say that paying a visit to popular trails of | | | | 8. Treat yourself to fun-filled activities. |
| mosques, churches, and other places of worship is a | | | | Popular streams of casinos, discos, and bars are found |
| wonderful Marrakech travel experience that can be | | | | in the city. But remember, alcoholic drinks are not |
| life-altering. However, for those who only wish to | | | | allowed. Chances are, you'll have to stay sober all night. |
| satisfy their curiosities, time is well-spent in admiring | | | | Apart from enjoying Western hits and Moroccan pop |
| some of the most exquisite architectural designs in the | | | | music, your Marrakech travel adventure can never be |
| world. You'll be stunned how Marrakech was able to | | | | complete without experiencing a taste of its gourmet |
| preserve the intricate details and premedieval style of | | | | paradise. Most cafes and restaurants in Marrakech |
| these structures but much more, how it preserved its | | | | offer a fusion of flavors from home grown recipes to |
| solemnity. The famous pilgrimage for the "seven | | | | international dishes. |
| saints" is also found in this city, while the Saadian | | | | |