Things to do in MARRAKECH TOP 10 | Marrakesh Travel Guide 2020 | Travel To Morocco 2020
In this Paragraphe , we’ll show you 10 best things to do in Marrakech. The suggestions are based on our exciting trip to historic city. And don’t forget to like this video, subscribe to our channel and enable notifications.
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Marrakech is one of the top travel destinations in Northwest Africa.
This city is home to many beautiful palaces,mosques, gardens, chaotic souks, and delicious food. Here are our top 10 picks:
NUMBER 10: THE SOUKS OF MEDINA
The Souks of Medin are the old part of streets in Marrakech, offers, amongst other things, a special authentic experience – the souks. A souk is a street marketplace where you can buy all sorts of products, form leather bags, spices, silver and gold products, to more modern items and food. In Every street was named after the commodity that was sold there and even today you can see that certain streets mostly sell spices,
others sell leather products, and so on. Getting lost in the chaotic souks of Medina is an interesting experience and offers a glimpse of life in Morocco centuries ago.
NUMBER 9: EL BADI PALACE
El Badi Palace is a ruined palace in Marrakech, constructed in late 16th century by the sultan Ahmad al-Mansur, belonging to the Saadian dynasty. The palace consisted of over 411 rooms, a swimming pool, and several gardens, however, most of its former shine is now gone. El Badi Palace is now a museum with several detached compartments displaying different art and even a fully restored 12th-century minbar.
The rooftop terrace offers amazing views of Marrakech and the bird’s eye view of the palace.
NUMBER 8: GARDENS
Marrakech is famous for its world-renowned gardens. In fact, gardens are such an important part of it, of it, that Marrakech is also known as the garden city.Gardens symbolize paradise and are a great escape from the desert-ish atmosphere and busy city streets.
You will even find gardens in riads, traditional Moroccan houses, and palaces with interior courtyards. While you can find countless amazing gardens in Marrakech, the following ones are considered one of the most beautiful and open to the public .
Majorelle the garden , was created in 1923 by a French orientalist Jacques Majorelle, but it took over 40 additional years to complete. The garden includes a colorful villa, which now became a favorite Instagram spot. Don't miss the nearby Yves Saint Laurent museum, dedicated to the work of the legendary fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent.
In another side The Garden of Menara : botanical gardens located on the west side of Marrakech. While the Majorelle jardin is mostly popular with tourists, the Menara gardens are a popular relaxation spot for the locals. Le Jardin Secret, a place in Medina with a traditional Islamic garden, offering a great escape from the crowded streets of Marrakech.
NUMBER 7: KOUTOUBIA MOSQUE
Koutoubia Mosque is the largest mosque in Marrakech, located in Medina. Because of its 253 feet (77 m) tall minaret it is very easy to spot and can even help you with orientation around Marrakech. Koutoubia Mosque was built in the 12th century and was an inspiration for other prominent buildings. in the mosque lol, you will find a beautiful large garden plaza.
NUMBER 6: JEMAA EL-FNA SQUARE
Located next to Koutoubia Mosque, you will find the central square of Medina, Jemaa El-fna. Here, you will find an interesting mix of locals and tourists with street vendors selling everything from fresh orange juice to souvenirs. You will also find numerous entertainers such as snake charmers, fortune tellers, etc. However, if you plan to stop and watch or take a photo with them, they will demand money, sometimes quite aggressively. For Best experience, you can go to one of the rooftop bars and order the traditional Moroccan mint tea and soak in the atmosphere.
NUMBER 5: TANNERIES
the Moroccan Countryis famous and ...for its traditional leather tanning industry. In fact, leather bags, shoes, and other products are common items sold in the souks. Most tanneries are located in the Northern part of Medina, outside the main tourist areas. you have to experience the process of treating all animals skins to produce in the future. But be careful because there are many scams related to visiting the tanneries.
NUMBER 4: BAHIA PALACE
Bahia Palace was built in the 19th century for Si Moussa, grand vizier of the sultan. A great way to travel back in history and experience life in over 150 rooms and an impressive 2-acre garden constructed in the Islamic and Moroccan style. One of the best and interesting places and another popular Instagram account spot in Marrakech city is the harem with its outside court, opening to the living quarter for concubines residing in Bahia Palace.
NUMBER 3: MIARA JEWISH CEMETERY
To Follow a mass exile of Jews... from the Spain in the 15th century, Marrakech became a new home for many of them. Over 34,379 resided in Melach, the Jewish quarter, with approximately 40 Synagogues.
In 1536, the Jewish Cemetery was built just outside the Melach quarter. The cemetery exists to this day. Visit the Jewish quarter and the Jewish Cemetery
NUMBER 2: BAB AGNAOU
In Marrakech there is 19 gates, providing entrance to different districts of the city. The Agnaou Bab was built in the 11th century and was providing entrance to the royal part of Medina and was built to impress the old visitors.
Today, Bab Agnaou is still admired by visitors as one of the main tourist attractions in Marrakech A cute addition to the ancient gates are the storks nesting at the top.
NUMBER 1: SAADIAN TOMBS
The Secret Bab Agnaou gates can gives access to anybody to a Kabash, Here, you can find the Kasbah Mosque, another important historical Mosque in the city.
However, hidden for centuries behind the Kasbah Mosque, and now excavated, lies the impressive Saadian Tombs, where over 60 members of the influential Saadi dynasty were buried. Saadi dynasty ruled Morocco in the 16th and 17th century. The tombs were rediscovered in 1917 and you can now see them, along with another impressive Moroccan garden. Of course, there are many other interesting places to see in Marrakech. Do you have a favorite place in Marrakech or have you been to one of the places presented in this video? Share it in the comments below. And don’t forget to like this video, subscribe to our channel, and enable notifications,
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