The Loveliest Tourist Destinations in Morocco
10 of the Loveliest Tourist Destinations in Morocco to Enjoy Your Time There
Morocco is one of the African and Arab countries best known for the storied character of its cities and the beauty of its enchanting scenery, which has made tourism one of the country's most important sources of income. Morocco's fame as a destination comes from the variety of its leisure and tourism, with places to visit ranging from the mountains to historic cities as well as religious and sporting tourism. What stands out about Morocco's cities is that each is known for a particular kind of tourism. In this article we give a historical overview of Morocco, the loveliest places to visit, the leading attractions, as well as the cheapest hotels and the most important cities.
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The Kingdom of Morocco lies in north Africa on the Mediterranean coast, covering roughly 446,000 square kilometres, beside Algeria and Mauritania.
Morocco's capital is Rabat, known for its broad streets and for housing most of the government buildings. Morocco's population reaches 37 million according to the most recent statistics from 2021.
Tourism in Morocco is one of the most important sectors alongside industry and agriculture, and is one of the leading contributors to the Kingdom's GDP, receiving a great deal of government attention.
Morocco's climate is hot in summer and pleasantly mild in winter. Morocco also looks out onto the Atlantic coast. Its currency is the dirham and its principal religion is Islam.
What is the best time for a trip to Morocco?
The best time for a trip to Morocco is from March to May and from September to November, when the weather is mild and ideal for enjoying the country's beauty. In spring and autumn, temperatures are comfortable, which makes travelling to cities such as Marrakesh, Fez and Casablanca a pleasure.
In summer (June to August) the weather can be very hot in some areas, especially in the desert. So you can also visit at the start of winter to avoid the intense heat of summer. And do not worry — winter in Morocco is not full of snow like winter in Vienna.
The best-known tourist places in Morocco
Tourism in Morocco takes many forms, from the Moroccan cities to the attractions that blend enchanting nature with a storied civilisation. Here are the best-known tourist places in Morocco:
The Moroccan Sahara
For lovers of nature and desert sands, the Moroccan Sahara at Merzouga is an outstanding choice, where you can attend evenings of song and drumming around the fire. You can also camp and take a camel ride across the sands, as well as watching the bright stars in the sky — which lets you enjoy Berber culture and spend unforgettable moments in the desert.
The Todgha Gorge
If you love long walks, this gorge is an essential destination, and it is one of the loveliest sights of tourism in Morocco and one of its most enchanting natural places. There you can enjoy the view of the river as well as the towering mountains and the tall palm trees. There are many rocks to climb, for an unforgettable experience.
The Dades Valley
It lies in central Morocco and offers one of the best overland trips you can take in the country, where you can walk the valley's winding road on foot or drive through it in your car. The scenery of rocks in shades of red and pink is what will most catch your eye, and guides can accompany you on your trip through the valley to explain its history and main features.
The Grand Mosque
One of the most important sights of tourism in Morocco, located in Casablanca, it is one of the largest mosques in the country and is known for its distinctive and highly intricate architecture. The mosque's ceilings are extremely high, with many hand-carved inscriptions that make a striking sight. The mosque holds more than 100,000 visitors, and non-Muslims can enter but in modest clothing appropriate to the sanctity of the mosque.
The Ouzoud Falls
One of the best-known tourist places in Morocco, giving you a sense of adventure and excitement thanks to the natural setting, where you can see the most wonderful scenery. You can see the falls above the cliffs and even swim beneath them in a pool set aside for the purpose, and you can also take a boat trip and see the waterfall close up.
The most important tourist landmarks in Morocco
Morocco is a country of storied cities with a great history, and so it is full of attractions and signs of civilisation. Below we talk about the best-known landmarks of tourism in Morocco:
- The Kasbah Museum: the museum holds many ancient Roman remains as well as works of art telling the history of the city of Tangier and the best-known old Moroccan arts, along with Moroccan silk. The museum's walls tell of its storied history, bringing together the many civilisations that entered the city. The Kasbah was originally established as a fortress to defend the city before later becoming a seat of government.
- The Secret Garden in Morocco: the garden brings together greenery and blue water, and holds many secrets and curiosities. It was designed in the Islamic style that tells its storied history, and contains a number of rare plants. These plants grow only in desert regions, and some only in the Mediterranean, which is one of the garden's remarkable features and among the leading sights of tourism in Morocco.
- St Andrew's Church: located in Tangier and founded in 1905, it is one of the quietest churches. Outside there is a cemetery holding the graves of prominent figures influential in Tangier's history. The church's architecture is a blend of European and Moroccan styles, with a tall tower and stained glass windows in distinctive colours. Visitors can take photographs and attend concerts there.
- The old souk of Rabat: if you love shopping you should visit the old souk of Rabat, which holds a mix of traditional goods from clothing and fabrics to authentic spices and hand-made pottery. This souk is much like the popular markets of Cairo.
- The ancient city of Volubilis: located near the Moroccan city of Meknes, it holds a number of archaeological excavations and many signs of civilisation and storied architecture, including the famous Capitol temple and the triumphal arch. Alongside these outstanding landmarks, do not forget to take a tour of some of the loveliest tourist places in Morocco for enjoying its spectacular natural beauty.
The best tourist cities in Morocco
Morocco's cities are known for the variety of their tourism and leisure, as each of the country's tourist cities has a distinctive character of its own. Here is what stands out most about Morocco's tourist cities:
Chefchaouen
One of the mountain cities famous for its blue houses, which is why it is known as the blue city. The city has a number of important landmarks such as the medina, the Ras El Maa waterfall and the Kasbah of Chefchaouen.
Tangier
A coastal city blending a number of civilisations — European, Arab, Andalusian and Ottoman. You can visit a number of places there such as the Caves of Hercules and Cape Spartel.
Marrakesh
Considered a major cultural hub in Morocco for its blend of past and present, it is home to the Menara Gardens and the Majorelle Garden as well as the Koutoubia Mosque and the mosque at Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Casablanca
One of the cities that best expresses the growth of tourism in Morocco, being one of the Kingdom's most important commercial hubs. Known as Casablanca, it is home to the Hassan II Mosque.
Rabat
The capital of the Kingdom of Morocco, home to many attractions and heritage sites, the most prominent being the Royal Palace, the Hassan Tower, the Andalusian Gardens and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
The cheapest hotels in Morocco
Morocco is known for a varied range of hotels suited to limited budgets alongside its luxury properties. Here is a list of the cheapest hotels in Morocco:
- • Riad Dar Najat
- • Riad Boutchka
- • As well as Riad Layalina in Fez
- • Kenzi Club Agdal
- • Hotel Casablanca in Casablanca
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