Colors and the Meaning of the Morocco Flag
The Moroccan flag was adopted on November 17, 1915. Fas, on March 2, 1956 gained independence from France. To distinguish the Moroccan flag from similar red flags, The Seal of Solomon was used by the ruler of the Moroccan dynasty since the 17th century. The Moroccan Flag features a green 5-pointed star, also known as the […]
Medersa (Madrasa) Ben Youssef in Marrakesh
You can miss one of Medina’s greatest gems if you move through the crowded alleyways of Marrakesh too quickly.The beautiful Medersa Ben Youssef (Ben Youssef Madrasa), once the largest Quranic school in North Africa, has a facade that fits far too well with the dingy homes and structures of the medina.However, don’t be misled by […]
Brief History of The Kingdom of Morocco
The Kingdom of Morocco has been a meeting place for Arab-Islamic culture and civilization for ages and a place of tolerance, discussion, and openness. It is located at the intersection of the African and European continents. The Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Vandals, and Byzantines were among the waves of invaders that swept over Morocco throughout the […]
Majorelle Garden in Marrakech
A lush and cozy Botanical Garden, the Majorelle Garden is located in the Guéliz neighborhood of Marrakech, Morocco.One of the most well-known gardens in the world was made by Jacques Majorelle, a French explorer and orientalist painter who resided in Morocco in 1917.Learn the tale of this fabled, ageless Garden and how it nearly vanished. […]
Koutoubia Mosque History & Architecture.
The Koutoubia Mosque is one of the most popular and well-known tourist destinations in Marrakech. It is regarded by some as one of the most stunning structures in all of North Africa, and it has been imitated numerous times for its aesthetic and architectural features.The Koutoubia is commonly shown in photographs as the visual representation […]
El Badii Palace Marrakech
The El Badi Palace is a reminder of Marrakech’s heyday when it was a bustling caravan hub and the capital of Morocco’s mighty empire.This monument, made up of more than 300 parts, was erected by Sultan Ahmed El Mansour after he returned from exile to commemorate the Saadian army’s crushing victory over the Portuguese occupation.El […]
The last Nomads in Morocco
In the past, several countries have experienced nomadism.It is a way of life that has been abandoned in certain nations but is still practiced in others.Despite Morocco’s rapid progress, the nomadic way of life still prevails there.The last remaining nomads in Morocco continue to lead traditional lives.identical to the kind of life they had 100 […]
Moroccan Weddings
It can be quite beneficial to know what to anticipate if you’re getting married in Morocco or travelling to attend a wedding there. The Formalities of Marriage in Morocco The bride and groom sign the marriage contract as the first step in a normal Moroccan marriage.Contrary to the west, less individuals attend the wedding ceremony […]
MOROCCAN JEWELLERY
Moroccan handcrafted jewellery and craftsmanship have a long history that continues in the present day. One of the most cherished assets Moroccan women own is jewellery. In the past, Morocco’s Jewish population was largely responsible for the traditional craft of creating authentic Moroccan jewellery. Jewish artisans and craftspeople were recognized as the top designers and […]
Dar Moulay Ali
In the Dar Moulay Ali French consular residence in Medina, Dar Moulay Ali Maison de la France in Marrakech first opened its doors in May 2017.The facility, which is run by the Institut Français de Marrakech, provides a venue for exhibitions, history, and recreation. History of Dar Moulay Ali Beside the Koutoubia Mosque and Jemaa […]
