Morocco is one of the most mysterious and colorful African countries. Its Atlas Mountains are similar to the
similar to the planet Mars, and the blue and white city of Essaouira resembles the set of a pirate movie.
movie about pirates. The ancient Medina of Marrakech takes tourists back several centuries, and the modern resort of Agadir is
modern resort of Agadir is easy to compare with the Mediterranean Riviera.
In Morocco, the cultures, cuisines and traditions of different countries are intertwined. Here, oysters and couscous
Here oysters and couscous are served, here casinos coexist with mosques and the magical beaches of the Atlantic Ocean with a lifeless desert.
Atlantic Ocean, with a lifeless desert. To get to know Morocco, you must travel the length and breadth of the country, stop in
in fabulous riads and take a break for a refreshing Moroccan tea and a serving of hearty tagine.
hearty tagine. Traveling through ancient cities, strolling through the colorful bazaars and picturesque
embankments of the resorts, you’ll feel like you’re in an oriental fairy tale!
Location and climate
The Kingdom of Morocco is located in the north of the African continent and is one of the oldest states in the world.
ancient states. About 32 million people live on the territory of 466.5 thousand square kilometers.
square kilometers. The capital of the state is the city of Rabat. The northern part of Morocco is washed by the Mediterranean Sea
the Mediterranean Sea and the western part by the Atlantic Ocean. From 1912 to 1956, the state was a French colony, so it is still
French colony, so many residents still speak French, and restaurants serve French cuisine.
French cuisine.
The Mediterranean coast of the country is under the influence of a mild subtropical climate with an average summer air temperature + 28°C.
average air temperature in summer + 28 + 30 degrees and in winter – + 10 + 12 degrees. In the south of
Morocco, a warm continental climate prevails: the air temperature in summer reaches + 35 + + 38 degrees, in winter – + 5 + 12 degrees.
38 degrees, in winter – + 5 degrees. For this part of the country, large fluctuations in temperature during the day are not infrequent.
temperature fluctuations during the day are not uncommon. A cooler climate reigns in the northwest.
The peak season for a beach vacation is the period from May to October. In winter,
you can safely fly to Morocco for excursions or recreation in the ski resorts in the Atlas Mountains.
the Atlas Mountains.
About Morocco vacations
Morocco will appeal to both “package tourists” and travelers who prefer excursions and active pastime.
active pastime. Resting in resort towns on the Mediterranean Sea or the Atlantic Ocean will be as comfortable as in European countries.
will be as comfortable as in European countries
It offers tourists large hotel complexes, restaurants, markets, thalassotherapy centers,
casinos, hamam and water sports. Life in such cities is absolutely safe for tourists.
tourists: the local police is not only attentive, but also always ready to help and provide useful information about their country.
useful information about their country. And in Morocco there are magnificent roads, including toll roads.
toll roads. Therefore, the best way to see the maximum of interesting places is to
rent a car.
For a beach vacation on the Atlantic coast, you should go to Agadir. This is a modern resort,
where many wealthy Europeans and Moroccans rest. There are a lot of hotels of different
hotels of different categories, a wide sandy beach with a length of 6 km and a magnificent promenade with restaurants, bars
promenade with restaurants, bars, clubs and casinos. In the vicinity of Agadir there are surf centers.
By the way, fans of riding the waves will like the city of Essaouira.
A quieter resort, also located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, is El Jadida. It is notable
for its wide sandy beach and the ancient citadel, whose construction began in the 16th century.
Picturesque lagoons and deserted beaches will meet vacationers in the resort town of Oualidia.
Oualidia. The ocean here is very calm, so you can safely come to Ualidia with children.
And in the vicinity of the resort there is an oyster farm.
Tangier is washed by both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. It is a very lively and
lively and modern city, but its urban beaches are always full of locals, so tourists prefer to travel outside.
tourists prefer to travel outside the city. Approximately the same situation with the beaches is in
Casablanca.
These are all major resorts where you can relax on the beach. But if you travel in Morocco
by car, at your disposal there are many beautiful deserted beaches, where the power of the ocean is felt most strongly.
where the power of the ocean is felt most strongly. If your goal is to get acquainted with the history and culture of the country, go to.
Fez, Rabat and Marrakech.
What to do in Morocco
Get lost in the Medina of Marrakech.
Just walking through the streets of Marrakech, you can appreciate the true oriental flavor. On your
you will find merchants and snake charmers, luxurious palaces and slums, mosques and shady parks,
mosques and shady parks. In the Medina you just have to walk, pulling the guide. One of other best things to do is to join a 3 dias desde Marrakech al desierto, you can do the camel ride and go camping.
Visit the charming Essaouira.
The fortress of Essaouira began to be built by the Portuguese in the 16th century.
perfectly preserved for our days, and the strong winds of the Atlantic Ocean just gave its walls a special charm.
its walls a special charm. Almost all the buildings in the city are painted white and the windows are blue.
white and the windows are blue.
Visit the ancient capital of Morocco – Fez.
This city needs to devote at least a couple of days. In Fez there are two "ancientcities" at the same time, the magnificent Royal Palace, as well as the
magnificent Royal Palace, as well as the world famous tanners’ quarter.
Go to the Sahara.
During the excursion to the desert, tourists will see Berber settlements and exotic fortresses,
colorful oases and fantastic red dunes.
Spend the day on the beach of Legzira.
Legzira is Martian landscapes and a wild ocean, kilometers of deserted beaches and natural arches in
orange-red rocks.
Taste the Moroccan cuisine.
In the mountains of the Moroccan resort you will find restaurants serving French, Italian, Japanese, Moroccan and other cuisines,
Japanese, Moroccan and other cuisines. Be sure to try the freshest and cheapest oysters, couscous, tagine, and Moroccan tea.
and Moroccan tea.
Advantages of a vacation in Morocco
Traveling to Morocco will be an unforgettable adventure! Each city is new colors, aromas, landscapes,
architecture… This country resembles a mysterious labyrinth, where it is difficult to even imagine what will happen around the corner.
what will happen around the corner. Morocco will satisfy the need for a luxury beach vacation and will provide an extensive
and provide an extensive excursion program. It will attract gourmets, shopaholics and antique connoisseurs.
shoppers and antique connoisseurs.
For a vacation in Morocco to leave only a positive trace, be sure to comply with the rules of conduct adopted in Muslim countries.
rules of conduct adopted in Muslim countries. And don’t plan a beach vacation
right after the end of the month of Ramadan, when large crowds of locals take to the streets and beaches.
streets and beaches.
Casablanca
Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco, the most populous of the country. The old Medina lives
in its quiet rhythm, while in the modern skyscrapers big business is done. The
white two-story houses dotted with satellite dishes contrast with palaces in the Hispano-Moorish style.
Hispano-Moorish style palaces. The city with a beautiful name looks like a huge construction complex with thousands of shiny
with thousands of glittering elements.
The city is located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. 3.5 million people live on the territory of 324 square kilometers.
of 324 square kilometers. Today, Casablanca is one of the major commercial cities of North Africa and the largest center of the world.
of North Africa and the largest industrial center of Morocco. Morocco is one of the best place to do tours, and after it is the the safaris in Tanzania
