Africa

  • Africa,  The Stories

    Best Places to visit in Morocco

    “Casablanca”, the classic 1942 American film starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman must have planted the first seed of curiosity in me about visiting Morocco, but what mostly shaped my decision to explore this enchanting country, was the alluring images of multicolored carpets in bazars, the endless arrays of blue-washed houses in Chefchaouen and the intricate zellige patterns decorating mosques and riads alike.  Nonetheless, this instagrammable country is not just about cool rugs, photogenic blue walls and fashionable tiles. Above all, Morocco is definitely a place of striking diversity. A trip to this North African kingdom, will take you from epic mountains with playful monkeys, to ancient mud-brick towns, where…

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    Marrakech, Land of God

    You know that a place is going to be good, when it managed to give its name to the whole country in most languages, and indeed Marrakech didn’t fail to impress me for a second. Marrakech is an enchanting place, full of history and culture, charm and wonder, and is abundant with pleasantly unexpected experiences.  Nicknamed the Red City due to its terracotta-coloured architecture, Marrakech was founded almost a thousand years ago and it is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco (the historical capital cities of the country). Even though the exact meaning of its name is debated, the most popular and my personal favourite explanation, is that…

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    11 Essential Tips for Traveling to Morocco

    Morocco is definitely a country both diverse and beautiful. A trip to this North African country will blow your mind. However, there are some things you need to have in mind in advance, especially if you are a first-time traveller there. So, here are a few crucial tips for your first trip to Morocco. WHEN TO GO The best time to discover Morocco is either during autumn (September-mid November) or spring (late March to May) when the temperatures are pleasant and the attractions are less crowded. Avoid visiting the country during Ramadan since many restaurants, cafes and shops remain closed during the whole day. HOW MUCH TIME DO YOU NEED I…