The most important tourist attractions in Morocco
With long beaches, fortified fishing ports, lush oases, and the High Atlas Mountains, the Moroccan coasts and countryside offer plenty for travelers. In the imperial cities of Fez, Meknes and Marrakesh with great examples of Islamic architecture, you will see why Morocco ranks as a huge travel destination.
1- Meknes
Meknes is one of the four imperial cities in Morocco and its name and fame are closely related to Sultan Moulay Ismail. The Sultan turned Meknes into a magnificent city in the Spanish-Moroccan style, surrounded by high walls and large gates. While Meknes is an imperial city with plenty of historical monuments and natural sites, it is also the closest city to the Roman ruins of Volubilis.
2- Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen is a wonderful mountain city in northeastern Morocco. The picturesque Old Town, set against a dramatic backdrop of the Rif Mountains, is filled with whitewashed houses with signature pastel blue accents. It is a popular shopping destination that offers many local handicrafts not available elsewhere in Morocco, such as woolen clothes and woven blankets. The goat's cheese, native to the region, is also popular with tourists. The area around Chefchaouen is one of the main producers of cannabis in Morocco.
3- Todra George
It is located on the far eastern side of the High Atlas Mountains. Both the Todra and the neighboring rivers of Dades carved canyons on either side of the slope through the mountains. The last 600 meters of the Todra Gorge is the most picturesque as the valley narrows into a flat stone path no more than 10 meters (33 feet) wide in places with smooth, sheer rock walls up to 160 meters (525 feet) high.
4- Essaouira
Essaouira is a relaxing fishing port, protected by a natural bay. It was known previously, by the sixteenth century Portuguese. The present-day city of Essaouira was only built during the XNUMXth century to increase trade with European powers. Nowadays, Essaouira is famous for windsurfing and windsurfing, as strong trade winds always blow over the sheltered bay. Sun umbrellas tend to be used on the beach as protection against blowing wind and sand. Essaouira is home to many small arts and crafts, particularly cabinet making and woodcarving.
5- Draa Valley
South of the High Atlas Mountains, the stunning Draa Valley, lined with ancient kasbahs, Berber villages and palm groves, spreads from Ouarzazate in the west to Zagora in the east. Driving through the valley is without a doubt one of the most touristy excursions in Morocco. The Draa Valley intersects with the Draa River which begins in the High Atlas and ends in the Atlantic Ocean, although the river usually dries up before it reaches the ocean.
6- Erg Chebbi
Erg Chebbi Dunes are located in the Sahara Desert. The dune is an astonishing 150 meters high, and one definitely looks small in its shadows. Al Shabbi sweat has the unique characteristic of orange sand. Trips to the sand dunes usually start from the village of Merzouga. Camel trips are the most popular option although not the most comfortable way to travel.
7- Fez
Fez-Bali, the two largest cities in Fez, is a close medieval city. With a population of about 150, it is the most populous urban area in the world. Transportation of goods is provided by donkeys, carts and motorbikes. The entire city is surrounded by high walls with a number of historic city gates. Many shops and restaurants have a rooftop terrace which is a great way to escape the busy streets.
8- Ait Ben Haddou
Ait Ben Haddou is one of the fortified cities of Ouarzazate along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakesh. Within the high mud walls are 6 kasbahs and a small number of houses. Most of the city's residents now live in a more modern village across the river although some families still live within the city walls. Ait Benhaddou has appeared in several films, including Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.
9- Djemaa El Fna
Jemaa El Fna is the highlight of any visit to Marrakesh and one of Morocco's top tourist attractions. Once upon a time, this square in the heart of the city is filled with snake charmers and people with monkeys, as well as some of the more common stalls. As the day progresses the entertainment changes on offer: snake charmers leave, and in the afternoon and evening the square becomes more crowded, with storytellers, magicians, and peddlers of traditional medicine. As darkness descends, Jemaa El Fna fills with dozens of food stalls, and the crowds are at their height.
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