Marrakech Holiday Information
Nestled in the foothills of the beautiful Atlas Mountains, Marrakech is an intriguing city made up of both the old and the modern. Known as Morocco’s Imperial ‘Red City,’ the exotic and vibrant character of this city has so much to offer visitors. Despite being only a little over 5 hours away from the UK, a holiday in Marrakech will make you feel like you have stepped into another world.
Marrakech Holiday Highlights
The perfect place to start your exploration on a city break is the Jemaa-el-Fna square, Africa’s largest traditional market, otherwise known as a souk. By day the square is bustling and buzzing with colour and by night it comes to life. Here, storytellers will amuse you, snake-charmers will enchant you and fortune-tellers will surprise you. Stalls selling everything from beautiful jewellery and fabrics to food will make this a shopper’s paradise and will give you the chance to practice your bartering skills! If you need to take a breather from all the excitement, there are plenty of café’s around to relax and enjoy a tall glass of Morocco’s famous green-mint tea. Continue your adventure as you wind your way through the intertwining streets around the main square and don’t be surprised if you suddenly stumble across beautiful green gardens. If you love nature then head towards the Majorelle Gardens, which is not only bursting with colour but is also a tranquil place for you to relax. Another must-see on Marrakech city breaks are the Koutoubia Mosque, a striking mosque that overlooks the main square. Although non-Muslims will not be allowed inside, you can still appreciate Morocco’s tallest Mosque from the outside and if you are still looking for more visit some of the other architectural attractions including the magnificent El Bahia Palace with its intricate carvings and engravings that will take your breath away.
In the evening, after an enjoyable day of sightseeing and shopping, the main square will have transformed into an open air restaurant; let the tantalizing aromas of its countless food stalls entice you! Filled with Moroccan delicacies such as delicious couscous, tajines and kebabs, you will not leave with an empty stomach and if you can still walk after a hearty meal, dance the night away in one of the many clubs found in the centre. Marrakech is popular for its nightlife and despite Morocco being a predominantly Islamic country, alcohol is sold quite comfortably during the evenings.
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