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Morocco About Morocco & History/ Heritage Research Global Collaboraon : Morocco About Morocco & History/ Heritage Researching into Morocco; Morroco is located in the NorthWest of Africa – It borders the edge of the African con)nent and is characterized by a rugged mountain interior and large por)ons of dessert. The Capital of Morocco is Rabat and its major religion is Islam. The main Cites Within Morroco; • Rabat – The capital of Morocco; very relaxed and hassle-free, highlights include a 12th-century tower and minaret. • Casablanca – This modern city by the sea is a star)ng point for visitors flying into the country. If you have the )me, both the historical medina and the contemporary mosque (the third largest in the world) are well worth an aernoon • Fez – Fez is the former capital of Morocco and one of the oldest and largest medieval ci)es in the world. • Marrakesh – Marrakesh is a perfect combinaon of old and new Morocco. Plan to spend at least a few days wandering the huge maze of souks and ruins in the medina. The great plaza of Djeema El Fna at dusk is not to be missed although the sheer number and concentraon of tourists may be off pung for some. • Meknes – A laid back city that offers a welcome break from the tourist crush of neighbouring Fez. Was once an imperial capital and retains its extensive walls and an “old city” smaller yet similar to that of Fez. There are a number of vineyards in the area around Meknes. • Ouarzazate – Considered the Capital of the South, Ouarzazate is a great example of preservaon and tourism that hasn’t destroyed the feel of a fantas)c and ancient city. • Tangier –Tangier is the star)ng point for most visitors arriving by ferry from Spain. An enigmac charm which has historically aracted numerous ar)sts (Masse), musicians (Hendrix), poli)cians (Churchill), writers (Burroughs, Twain) and others (Malcolm Forbes). • Taroudannt – A southern market town. • Tetouan – Nice beaches and is the gateway to the Rif Mountains. • Al Hoceima – Amazing city in the north of Morocco, with nice beaches and people, this place is a must visit for tourists from all around the world. History and Heritage of the people of Morroco; • Morocco’s percentage of people is referred to as Arab naon however Muslim and Berbers populaon makes up a percentage of it. Morocco has being highly influenced by a range of naonali)es from being colonized by the French then giving/Sharing the land with the Spanish colony. Although Moroccos history has influenced the colonizaon of Morroco today through the combinaon of different cultural influence the Berber people s)ll remain preserving their language and culture. Berbers usually live in mountainous regions in escape of cultural colonizaon. Berber People: • The ‘Berber’ people are known to have been in North Africa since 3000 BC. The Berber people are so important to Morroco as s)ll withstanding their tradi)ons in ‘free’ way of life. Berber people highly influenced the ‘handmade’ tradi)onal craing in Morroco as their only source of income – Berber women not only inspire hand woven techniques through rug making – they highly influence cultural differences as wearing highly decorave garments which has inspired many designers to represent designs into the European markets. Tradi)onal Berber Women Marrakesh/ Places to visit Marrakesh is the fourth largest city in the Morroco – Marrakesh is said to be the most chao)c ci)es in the world. The city gently eases you into Moroccan culture by offering European styled cafes alongside the bustling souks and Moroccan restaurants. Marrakesh is known for its chao)c atmosphere and the aen)ons to details to mosaics – to herbs and spices through to arts and cras. Advised/Best Places to Visit whilst in Marrakesh – (Taken From Lonely Planet – hIp://www.lonelyplanet.com/morocco/marrakesh/things-to-do/top-things-to-do-in-marrakesh) Sightseeing Atlas Mountains – Mountains surrounding Marrakesh – Camel Rides/Climbing/Skiing ac)vi)es available. – D’Jemaa-el-Fna Square – Dedicated to ar)s)c performances. In the evenings, the square really comes alive with musicians playing mandolins, drums, guitars, and many other instruments. It is evident from these performances that Morocco sits at the crossroads of many historically influen)al civilizaons; the music is usually a blend of Spanish, Arab, Berber and African styles. (Can enter Souks from the Square). – Saadian Tombs – – The Bahia Palace – Floor-to-ceiling decoraon begun by Grand Vizier Si Moussa in the 1860s and embellished from 1894 to 1900 by slave-turned-vizier Abu ‘Bou’ Ahmed. Original woven-silk panels, stained-glass windows, intricate marquetry and ceilings painted with rose bouquets. Reflects true Moroccan culture. Maison Tiskiwin – Maison Tiskiwin is situated in a riad in the Southern Medina. Housing the Berber and Saharan artefact collec)on of the Dutch anthropologist, Bert Flint, the riad itself is very interes)ng with each room containing carpets, costumes, etc. Shopping: • Medina and Souks – Temptaon awaits at each corner. Be thrilled by the explosion of noise, colours and aromas that awaken the senses. And be in awe of the crasmanship and pride invested into making those pieces of art, be it jewellery, carpets, lamps or trinkets. • Lahandira – (Sidi Ishak Fondouk Namous No. 100 El Rahba El kadima | The Store Is Inside the Building on Your LeS Side When You Get in, Marrakech, Morocco) – History of rug making. Rugs shown in different ligh)ngs and environments, Contains a wide range of tex)le rugs all handmade. • Rue Bab Doukkala Market – (Rue Bab Doukkala, Marrakech, Morocco) – Market like building with stores which sell ranges of accessories through to clothes, interior, fashion and Moroccan tex)les. • 33 Rue Majorelle – (Yves Saint-Laurent, Marrakech 40000, Morocco) – Insight to interdependent designers of Morocco and influence from west European designers. Musuems: • – Yves St.Laurent Gardens – Majorelle Garden – Garderns full of exoc plants designed by Yves St Laurent – • – Ben Youssef Madrasa – Well preserved or restored historic Quranic teaching school set in the old town Medina of Marrakesh. A real maze of rooms with beau)ful carvings and geometric window designs. Islamic architecture in Marrakech – Paerning inspiraon. • – Dar Si- Said – A solid exhibi)on of historic and some contemporary Moroccan art. The building itself is full of intricate Byzan)ne designs and colours. • – Maison de la Photograhie – 4500 photos, 2000 glass negaves and 80 documents dang from 1870 to 1950; select works on view here fill three floors, organised by region and theme, and include a rare, full-colour 1957 documentary shot in Morocco. Research for my Morocco Inerary Bahia%Palace!"!5!Rue!Riad!Zitoun!el!Jdid,!Marrakesh!40000,!Morocco.! Tel:!+212!5243"89511!!"!Website:!www.palais"bahia.com! Hours:!8:00!am!–!6:00!pm.!Closed!Friday.! Adult!Admission:!Dh10.! The!Bahia!Palace!is!a!palace!and!a!set!of!gardens!located!in!Marrakesh,!Morocco.!It!was!built!in!the!late!19th!century,! intended!to!be!the!greatest!palace!of!its!time.!The!name!means!"brilliance".! ! ! Saadian%Tombs%2!Rue!de!La!Kasbah,!Marrakesh,!Morocco.! Tel:!+212!627"286742! Hours:!8:00!am!–!4:00!pm.!Open!Every!day.! Adult!Admission:!Dh10! The!Saadian!tombs!in!Marrakech!date!back!from!the!time!of!the!sultan!Ahmad!al"Mansur.!The!tombs!were!discovered!in! 1917!and!were!restored!by!the!Beaux"arts!service.! ! ! Dar%Si%Said!"!Riad!Zitoun!Jdid,!Marrakesh,!Morocco.! Tel:!+212!5243"89564! Hours:!9:00am"4.45pm.!Closed!Tuesdays.! Adult!Admission:!Dh10! Located!in!a!19th!century!palace,!the!Musée!Dar!Si!Said!is!regarded!as!one!of!Morocco’s!most!eloquent!tributes!to!the!skills! of!its!master!craftsmen.!Exhibition!rooms!are!filled!with!a!wealth!of!items!showcasing!some!of!the!finest!examples!of! Morocco’s!rich!arts!and!crafts!heritage.! ! ! Jardin%Majorelle!"!Rue!Yves!Saint!Laurent,!Marrakesh,!Morocco.! Tel:!+212!5243"01894! Website:!www.jardinmajorelle.com!!Email!:[email protected]! Hours:!8:00!am!–!5:30!pm.!! Adult!Admission:!Garden:!50!Dhs,!Museum:!25!Dhs!(30!Dhs!for!Garden!only!with!valid!student!card)! The!Majorelle!Garden!is!a!twelve"acre!botanical!garden!designed!by!artist!Jacques!Majorelle!containing!exotic!plants,! water!features!&!a!museum!of!Berber!culture.!The!garden!took!40!years!planning/designing!to!create!the!heart!of! Marrakech!natures!landscape.! ! ! Djemaa%el%Fna%Square!–!Jemaa!el!Fna,!Marrakech,!Morocco.! Hours:!approX!9am"1am.! !The!center!of!the!city,!where!snake!charmers,!acrobats!and!tattoo!artists,!and!the!smell!of!the!moroccan!cuisine!in!the! street!attract!a!large!crowd,!which!then!redirects!to!the!souks!and!small!stalls!of!!the!marabouts.! ! ! ! Koutoubia%Mosque!"!cnr!Rue!el"Koutoubia!&!Ave!Mohammed!V.! Hours:!Mosque!&!minaret!closed!to!non"Muslims,!Gardens!open!8am"8pm.! Adult!Admission:!No!admission!price!is!charged!for!gardens.! The!Koutoubia!Mosque!or!Kutubiyya!Mosque!is!the!largest!mosque!in!Marrakesh,!Morocco!surrounded!with!beautiful! gardens.! ! !! The%Madrasa%of%Ben%Youssef!!"!Kaat!Benahid,!Marrakech!40000,!Morocco.! Tel:!+212!524!44!18!93!! web:!www.musee.ma!E"mail:[email protected]! Hours:!9:00am"6:00pm!winter,!to!7:00pm!summer.! Adult!Admission:!Dh50/30,!with!Musee!de!Marrakesh!Dh60.! !The!Koranic!school!in!Marrakech,!the!most!recognized!of!all!the!Maghreb.!16th"century!college!building!with!prayer!hall! and!courtyards!decorated!with!tiles!and!carved!wood.!! ! ! Research into Local CraVs/ TradiWonal Moroccan Produce/Processes. • Leather Produce – Marrakesh Fez Tanneries – Marrakesh (Fez) Leather Souk and the oldest leather tannery in the world. The tannery dates back at least nine centuries. Here leather is produced and sold to local crasmen who produce items which are then sold in the souks. Leather Produce which can be purchased in the souks; Bags, Slippers, Wallets, Belts, Diaries, Notebooks, Purses.
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