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on Aug 25, 2002

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MINT TEA
Probably the most popular drink in Morocco. It was introduced in the 19th century by the british (who else?). Here they use the Green Tea (Gunpowder) with mint leaves and sugar.
It is not only a drink (better than water for the thirsty moments) but a tradition and a ceremony (they prepare it pouring it from one glass to another). If you are offered tea, it's considered unpolite to say NO, so you better get used to it.
You are even supossed to accept 3 glasses of tea at least, the 4th you can refuse... They say the 1st one is full of sugar as life, the 2nd sweet as love and the 3rd bitter as death!!

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stewarth99 Thu Jul 24, 2008 12:16 UTC Remember that the area of the palmeries is a flood plain. Every 70 years or so. So those expensive houses, hotels and golf courses will all be wiped out one day. Just pray for the residents and workers there at the time. Mozzies are fearsome in season.	xuessium Sat Dec 22, 2007 16:21 UTC Wonderful map and tips for "A Day @ Djema El Fnaa". Just what I'm looking for. Cheers!
oceania26 Fri Aug 17, 2007 19:29 UTC Good tips for bargaining...that's what I usually and it works well :-)	angiebabe Sat Jul 7, 2007 22:45 UTC totally agree! i love marrakech miles ahead of Fez - of course its all rather great - but Marrakech... and your pages are a great look-see too thanks!Zagoras a long way from Marrakech though....!

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