Ten Essential Things To Do When You Visit Morocco

This northwestern African kingdom is known for itsDesert. They can both experience riding on a camel
culture, language, cuisine, and storied attractions. Aand explore the vast expanse of the Sahara Desert
former French protectorate, Morroco is the fifthat the same time, surely a wonderful opportunity. 6.)
most economically active country in Africa. There isJebel Toubkal Ascents of this 4,000-meter-tall peak,
much to see, hear, taste, and do in Morocco, andthe tallest in northern Africa, are popular with tourists.
none of it is confined to the kasbahs. 1.) AitTrips usually start from the village of Imlil at the base
Benhaddou This kasbah, or desert fortress, is locatedof the mountain. Guides are essential if you want to
in the Draa Valley. Kasbahs were originally built togo on this trip, and there are resting places available
protect the people from the marauders and thealong the way for some needed breaks. 7.) Skiing
invaders that wanted to take the area. If AitEven though it has the Sahara within its borders,
Benhaddou should seem familiar to you, that isMorocco also offers skiing activities in the Atlas
probably because it has been featured as theMountains. Skiing is available at Ouikaiden, Mischliffen,
backdrop to several Hollywood movies. 2.) HikingMount Tidiquin, and at Ifrane. Ski in the morning and
Morocco's varied terrain offers plenty ofsleep in the desert at night, now, isn't it a grand
opportunities to trekkers who wish to see thevacation? 8.) 4x4 tours Visitors can also opt to
country's natural wonders on foot. Different types ofexplore the countryside with tours conducted on
tours are available, from go-it-alone hikes to tripsall-terrain vehicles. These usually incorporate Moroccan
arranged with the Moroccan National Tourist Office,events such as feasts and have as destinations
to horseback rides through the Atlas Mountains.landmarks like gorges and dunes. You also get to
Overnight camping treks are also to be had,pretend you are participating in the Paris-Dakar rally
complete with guide and mules, so prepare for yourthat passes yearly through the country, and this is
camping gears if this is in your itinerary. 3.) Swimmingsurely something that any visitor would want to do.
Swimming, diving, and bathing activities are available9.) Shopping No trip to Morocco is complete without
at several towns. These include El Jadida, Agadir, Safi,at least one visit to a souk or marketplace. Souks
and Essaouira. To the north, the Mediterranean coastabound in the cities, and the largest is located in
offers resorts like the one at Cabonegro whereMarrakech. You can purchase everything from
swimming and diving facilities are being developedbasketry to musical instruments in one, but do not
extensively there, cashing in on the yearly influx ofexpect a quick transaction as every purchase is a
tourists and visitors. 4.) Atlas Mountains Morocco'sslow, sociable affair. 10.) Djemaa el Fna This piece of
mountain ranges are extensive and presentreal estate in Marrakech is always alive. There's
opportunities to engage in several kinds ofalways something of interest happening here,
recreational activities. These activities include biking,whether it's acrobats performing, food sellers
nature tripping and bird-watching. White-water raftershawking their wares, or musicians playing. It's a sight
are also served by the mountain rivers and is a funnot to be missed and a chance that should be
way to spend a day with your loved one. 5.) Saharaexperienced.
A large part of Morocco is in the Sahara, the worldJonathan Williams is the travel writer for Destination
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