Attractions in Morocco

Explore the Attractions and Wonders of Morocco

There is certainly no shortage of great attractions in Morocco. The country enjoys a strong sense of culture and enjoys a long and ancient history. The cool blue water flowing over the sand of the beaches is a direct contrast with the hot white sands of the desert, while the greens of fertile valleys contrast with the browns and whites of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains. The country is romantic and mysterious and there is little wonder that Morocco is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Africa.

Of course there is a never ending list of Moroccan attractions for the average visitor to enjoy and you will really need to do your homework to ensure that you make the most of your travels in this vast and varied country. The main starting points, of course, will be the more popular cities such as Marrakech, Tangier, Fes and Casablanca. At each of these places, you will find the usual hodgepodge mixture of medinas, bazaars and riads. You will also find superb beaches and classy hotels where a hubbly-bubbly pipe may be arranged with relative ease. All these things are an essential part of the Moroccan experience and should not be missed. There are also a number of excellent attractions in Morocco that a visitor should definitely make the effort to see. Some of these, such as the El Bahia Palace or the citadel of Chellah, involve absolutely breathtaking architecture and may combine this with art or history for the sake of the visitor. Some, such as the Saadian Tombs and the Mohamed V mausoleum, have a more grisly, morbid appeal, while others, such as the Mamora Forest, Friouato caves and Menara Gardens are somewhat natural attractions that draw you closer to nature.

Other attractions, such as the Dakar Rally, are world-famous for their dangerous appeal. Still other attractions feature incredibly old relics from the past that leave much to the imagination. Of course there is also a wide selection of mosques and churches, where visitors can find people still engaged in daily worship, and a range of palaces and historical markets that are just a wonder to see. Clearly there is no shortage of attractions in Morocco, so why not browse through our list of attractions and read up a little more about each one before finalizing your travel arrangements? You may discover many great and worthwhile attractions!