World Destination of the Week - Marrakech
If you live in England, the closest truly ‘foreign’ place is probably Morocco. Situated just underneath Spain at the top of Africa, Morocco is a country with plenty of culture and some stunning scenery.
More popular than Morocco’s capital, Rabat, Marrakech is a fantastic city to visit. Make it part of a longer Morocco tour, or go for a mini-break.
The old walled town, or medina, is where most of the action happens. Life centres on the main square, Jemaa el Fna. In the daytime snakecharmers and orange juice sellers congregate , while sunset brings out the food stalls. You can eat really well for a few dirhams at one of the street restaurants.
Marrakech is famous for its souks and markets. It’s very easy to get lost down the alleyways of the bazaar. Check out the leather goods, and make sure you haggle to get a good bargain.
From Marrakech it’s possible to take daytrips to nearby Berber villages and natural attractions. We recommend Ait Benhaddou where many movies have been filmed, and the town of Ouarzazate across the Atlas Mountains.
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