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Djemaa El-Fna is the highlight of any Marrakech night. Musicians, dancers, and story tellers pack this square at the heart of the medina, filling it with a cacophony of drum beats and excited shouts. Stalls sell a wide array of Moroccan fare. Enjoy the various shows, but be prepared to give some Dirhams to watch. By day it is largely filled with snake charmers and people with monkeys, as well as some of the more common stalls.
The Souks (suuqs), or markets of Marrakech, just adjacent to Place Djemaa El-Fna, are where you can buy almost anything. From spices to shoes, jellabas to kaftans, tea pots to tagines and much, much more. Be sure to bargain.
Koutoubia Mosque, right besides Djemaa El-Fna, is named after the booksellers market that used to be located here.
Saadian Tombs were not discovered until the beginning of the 20th century. They have been preserved just like they were during the glory days of the Saadian rulers. Unlike the El Badi Palace, they were not destroyed, probably for superstitious reasons. The entrance was blocked so they remained untouched for hundreds of years. Inside you will find Zelij (Morrocan tiles) and some beautiful decoration.
Kasbah Directly south of the Djemaa El-Fna is Rue Bab Agnaou. A five-min walk takes you straight to the famous Bab Agnaou entrance to the Kasbah district of the Medina.
The Kasbah, in comparison to the Derbs (streets) surrounding the Djemaa El-Fna, portrays a calmer atmosphere. It is home to the Royal Palace, also the former El - Badi Palace and the Saadian Tombs. The Kasbah has its own little bazaars (Souikas), food stalls, restaurants, hotels and riads.
Majorelle Gardens in Gueliz provides an excellent respite from the hustle and bustle of the city streets. The park boasts a collection of plants from across the globe, including what seems like every cactus species on the planet. Get here early to avoid the crowds. Inside the gardens is also the Museum of Islamic Art, for which an additional entrance fee is charged. Open every day 8.00-12.00 and 13.00-19.00 in summer (April-September) and until 17.30 in fall (September-November) and until 17.00 in winter (December-March).
Dar Si Saïd Museum, on Rue Riad Zitoun Jdid, is a museum 5 mins away from Djemaa El-Fna. Set in an old palace, it houses many different artifacts from Morocco through the ages, such as wood carvings, musical instruments, and weapons. It is dedicated to the Moroccan craft industry of wood, gathering a very beautiful collection of popular art: carpets, clothing, pottery and ceramics. Open every day except Thursday 9.00-12.15 and 15.00-18.15.
Ben Youssef Madrassa is one of the largest Madrassas in the North Africa. It is a school attached to the Ben Youssef Mosque and is home to beautiful art and architecture.
El Bahia Palace is an ornate and beautiful palace, well worth a visit and gives a great impression of what it must have been like to be a 19th century nobleman in Morocco. There is a nice garden with banana flowers, tranquil courtyards, and other lovely plants.
El Badi Palace is a palace now in ruins and inhabited by storks and stray cats. There are some underground passageways to explore. The view from the terrace is majestic. open every day 8.30-11.45 and 14.30-17.45.
The Menara gardens, which are located west of the city, and consist of a mixture of orchards and olive groves surrounding a central pavilion built during the 16th century Saadi dynasty, and renovated in 1869. Entrance is free, open every day 8.00-18.00.
Also visit Riads and admire the ancient palaces, which have been transformed into museums and guest houses.
Have a nice Trip
Svetlana Bellon
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Great photo and interesting write up!Looking forward to seeing it for myself in November.
Lovely main photo. :)
I also love the photo- except your painting- and your intro, I have to agree with my friend "angiebaby" expert on Morocco.
Wow, I love this photo!
Hi, love the artistic opening shot!theres some fabulously artistic places to see for sure in Marrakech - youve got most of the main ones listed nicely in your intro!