The Red City - Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech was founded around 1070 and the walls of the city were constructed and the city grew rapidly and established itself as a cultural, religious, and trading center. Marrakech is the fourth-largest city in Morocco and is known as the "Red City" because of the red color of its buildings and walls, which are made from clay that contains a high concentration of iron oxide, or rust. Even today, the city's government requires new buildings to incorporate red elements into all their designs. 

Marrakech is known for its beautiful palaces, gardens, and museums, as well as its bustling markets (called souks) and traditional bath houses (hammams). Two of the main attractions in Marrakech are the Bahia Palace & Garden, a beautiful palace built in the late 19th century, and Jardin Majorelle, which are both open to the public. Marrakech is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco, located west of the Atlas Mountains' foothills. The other imperial cities, which once served as capitals, include Fes, Meknes, and Rabat.

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The Kutubiyya Mosque is the largest mosque in Marrakech. Constructed during the reign of the Almohad Caliph Yaquib al-Mansur.

La Mamounia started out as an 18th century wedding gift from the Moroccan King, Mohammed ben Abdallah, to his son, Prince Mamoun. The grounds were eventually converted into a luxury hotel in 1923, and is considered one of the best hotels in the world.

A view from one of the second-floor restaurants overlooking Jemaa el-Fnaa Square in the Medina, packed with local shoppers, visitors and vendors and stalls.

The rooftop bar of the Robert De Niro’s Nobu Hotel just outside the walls of the Medina.

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Jardin Majorelle , designed by French artist Jacques Majorelle and later restored by Yves Sait Laurent and his partner Pierre Bergé.

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Yves Saint Laurent’s ashes were scattered in the gardens here. This is a memorial to Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé at Jardin Majorelle.

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Casbah Mosque was built in 1557 and is one of the oldest mosques in Morocco.

A typical tombstone in the gardens of the necropolis at the Saadian Tombs. 

This is the interior of the Saadian Tombs, built in the 16th century by Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur, the third ruler of the Saadian dynasty.

The tombs, located in the Casbah Mosque, were constructed to honor the sultan’s ancestors and were designed to be a grandiose display of his power and wealth.

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The tombs are composed of two main sections, each containing several chambers and decorated with intricate stucco carvings and colorful tiles.

The Chamber of the Twelve Columns, the mausoleum of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur.

Gilded honeycomb ceiling inside the tombs.

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A colorful camel sculpture at M Avenue.

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Sights in the streets

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A spice shop with displays of colorful spices in cone-shaped piles.

IA few images from inside the Bahia Palace

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Local woman capturing a selfie moment.

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A view of the Casbah Mosque

Inside the Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with colorful souks.

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A vendor selling cigarette in the Medina of Marrakesh.

Snake charmers fascinate visitors.

Marrakech has its share of luxury hotels.

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Colorful horse-drawn carriages.

What you should know:

• Crossing a street can be very challenging in all of Morocco.

• The currency used is the Moroccan Dirham.

• Morocco is a budget-friendly destination.

• Tipping is not generally expected, but feel free to leave extra when you receive exceptional service.

• You will need a valid passport and a travel power adapter if you are from the United States.

• There is a Moroccan tradition of drinking mint tea, often served in pretty glasses.

• There are quite a few restaurants and entertainment options.

• Restrooms are available in some shops and restaurants.

• Many public bathrooms in Morocco will ask for a few dirhams to use it.

• You could spend anywhere from a couple of hours to a couple days exploring here.

• Throughout Morocco, bargaining is a common practice. Always bargain for the best price.

• Alcohol is not served in all restaurants or hotels.

• The primary languages spoken in Marrakech are Arabic, Berber, and French, with some English and Spanish.

• The Islamic call to daily prayers can be heard five times a day delivered from a minaret and can be heard across neighborhoods as a reminder. The Moroccan authorities generally do not enforce the act of praying, it is left to the individuals showing the balance between cultural and religious traditions and personal freedom.

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