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The pilgrimage to Moulay Idriss and Roman Volubilis – Morocco

13 Jun
Moulay Idriss: the entrance to the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss

The road from Chefchaouen to Moulay Idriss Zerhoun passed through a mountainous region with small forested mountains. From time to time, the serpentine road crossed a mountain pass with ample views. A flock of weak sheep grazed on a hill in the shade of some trees. In Ouezzane, I had to cross the town three […]

Successful negotiation in Tetouan’s medina – Morocco

23 May
Tetouan: Gouarna area in the old medina

Short Description: I left Tangier and headed to Tetouan without visiting Ceuta, the Spanish enclave. A fake guide helped me to buy a silk bedspread and visit the medina in Tetouan. After I strolled through the Spanish Quarter in Tetouan, I suddenly decided to go to Chefchaouen, where I arrived in the evening.  Long Description. The road from […]

Marrakesh: the pink city – souqs and luxury (II) – Morocco

13 Mar
Marrakesh: lunch with Naima's family

Marrakesh – the pink city and medina, the second day Short Description. I went to the old medina, the so-called pink city with the area of Royal Palaces. Bahia Palace, Maison Tiskiwin, Dar Si Said, Badia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and finally, the Jewish quarter (mellah). Long Description. I wanted to take a taxi to the medina, but […]