{"id":30183,"date":"2014-01-29T13:22:06","date_gmt":"2014-01-29T13:22:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/?p=30183"},"modified":"2021-02-12T15:56:59","modified_gmt":"2021-02-12T15:56:59","slug":"things-that-you-must-do-when-in-marrakech","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/travel-insight\/things-that-you-must-do-when-in-marrakech.htm","title":{"rendered":"Things that you must do when in Marrakech"},"content":{"rendered":"

Morocco is a wonderful country rich in amazing culture and unique traditional identity. Tourists from around the world fly to Morocco each year to enjoy its delicious food, amazing architecture, fascinating culture and diverse topography. Marrakech<\/strong><\/a> is the heart of this country where you can find the best of everything that Morocco has to offer. Let us guide you through five of the most amazing things that you must try when you are on your holiday in Marrakech. Have a look.<\/p>\n

Circle the Koutobia Mosque:<\/b><\/p>\n

Koutoubia Mosque is one of the most famous landmarks in Marrakech and the dome of this mosque is one of the prominent structures in the skyline. This mosque is built in the very traditional Almohad style and is topped with copper globes. The building is around 77 meters high and is an active place of worship. When in Marrakech you must visit this mosque to know about this fine architectural style and the religious identity in the region.<\/p>\n

Buy the Best from the Souks:<\/b><\/p>\n

Markets in Marrakech are a network of tight but busy and mustling streets filled with endless array of laden shops. Spend your money buying some amazing traditional stuff like spices, local handmade garments, souvenirs and jewelry. You can also buy the fragrances that are alcohol free and many amazing local commodities. The rates and negotiable and so your bargaining powers come in handy.<\/p>\n

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Explore the Moorish Style:<\/b><\/p>\n

To enjoy the best of Moorish History in Marrakech visit the wonderful Koubba El-Badiyin. This is an amazing and only surviving structure from the Almoravids era. Those people were the original founders and builders of Marrakech. You will love the brick work and kaleidoscopic arrangement of floral motifs inside this building. The building is open from 9 am and 7 pm and when in Marrakech, it is a must visit.<\/p>\n

See Amazing Arts and Craft Work:<\/b><\/p>\n

There is a fascinating display of collection in the private house Maison Tiskiwin. This pace is owned by a Dutch anthropologist Bert Flint. The collection is shows decorative arts from the southern Morocco and Sahara. The artifacts are amazing and help you figue out the wonderful link between the Moroccon style and African style.<\/p>\n

Visit the Palace of Sultan:<\/b><\/p>\n

This amazing palace was constructed by the Sultan Ahmed El Mansour. This palace is a very principal monument in Marrakech and it survives today in all its glory. The walls and ceilings of the palace are encrusted with gold and the courtyard of the palace has a beautiful pool. In the center of the pool is an island with four sunken gardens. Fountains are installed in the pool and are functional to date.<\/p>\n

This majestic palace took around 25 years to be completed and soon after its completion the ageing sultan passed away. You will love the architecture of the palace and the beauty with which it is made. You will love walking through the rich royal history of this area as you explore the nooks and corners and all small details of this majestic palace.<\/p>\n

These activities are not all and there are many other amazing things that you can do and try in Marrakech so hurry up and plan a holidays in Marrakech<\/a><\/strong> now.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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