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Listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN on its Red List of Threatened Species, the Addax (Addax nasomaculatus) is receiving attention from conservation groups who are taking action to prevent it from becoming extinct. Mainly through indiscriminate hunting, the Addax has been driven from its original habitat which is believed to have stretched throughout Northern Africa, across the Arabian Peninsula and into the Asian region, known in ancient times as Levant. Research reveals that there are likely less than 300 of these magnificent animals remaining in the wild, but up to 1,600 are found in captivity around the world. Morocco is participating in a program to reintroduce the Addax into the wild in the Souss-Massa-Draâ region, by caring for herds that have been bred in captivity at Germany's Hanover Zoo.
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The fashion industry is ruled by big names and world known designers. There is one designer and fashion house that boasts an international presence and enterprise, namely Guess? Incorporated. This fashion phenomenon was once run by all four brothers of the Marciano family, but Guess? and its subdivisions of G by Guess and Marciano are now run by Paul and Maurice Marciano. Paul, however, is the fashion designer and brain behind the advertisements that captured the public's attention.
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The well-known Strait of Gibraltar is located at the western end of the Alboran Sea, and is the channel that serves as the connection between the Atlantic and Mediterranean Oceans. The Alboran Sea is surrounded by three countries, namely Algeria, Spain and Morocco. The sea maintains an average depth of 445 meters, with its deepest points measuring 1 500 meters. Due to the Alboran Sea's current flowing from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Ocean, this sea has unique and breathtaking marine life.
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Adventurers looking for a destination that is truly off the beaten track will find Ait Bougmez Valley in Morocco to be the perfect choice. Located in the central High Atlas Mountains, around 200 kilometers east of Marrakech, Ait Bougmez Valley is unspoiled nature at its best. It has been compared to the majesty of the Himalayan Mountains, its lush orchards and green pastures surrounded by snow-capped mountains being quite different from the usual images of barren beauty readily associated with Morocco. The small towns with their mud brick houses scattered throughout the valley enhance its unspoiled atmosphere.
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While in Marrakech it is recommended that visitors take the time out to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Arsat Moulay Abdeslam Cyber Park. The park is eight hectares in size and was commissioned by Prince Moulay Abdeslam in the eighteenth century. He constructed the park as a food producing area, but it was restructured into a botanical garden by the French during their occupation. The park eventually became derelict as no organization was put in charge of it. With locals using the park for football and other activities, the grounds became eroded and not a glimmer of its former beauty remained.
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Located in southern Morocco, and surrounded by spectacular desert mountain landscape, the Berber village of Amtoudi is home to around 300 families. The village is an oasis, with farming being the primary activity of the inhabitants - the patches of irrigated land like green velvet against the stark and rugged ochre landscape. Produce grown around Amtoudi includes figs, apricots, almonds, olives and dates, some of which are sold outside of the village, with small fields of vegetables, corn and barley providing for local needs.
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Morocco is often described as a destination that is filled with mystery and wonder, with magical sunsets over its desert sands and thrilling camel tours to an unknown oases waiting to be explored. And while cities in Morocco are blanketed in historical wonder and magnificent attractions, visitors will find magic, thrills, excitement and illusion in Marrakech for four days each year at the annual Marrakech International Magic Festival. It is an adventure that should not be missed and promises to keep the entire family entertained.
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There could be no location more ideal than a destination that has clean beaches and magnificent ocean views to offer. And when it is accompanied by a quaint village and wonderful historical attractions, it becomes close to perfect. In Morocco there is just such a site and water sport enthusiasts flock there in their thousands to enjoy the sun and surf that Mirhleft has to offer. There are frequent taxi and bus trips available from nearby Sidi Ifni and Tiznit, so transportation to the village is convenient, making it a good destination to consider for a day trip as well.
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