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Morocco is country that has a rich musical culture. Many traditional forms, or genres, of music are still played today, such as rai, berber, gnawa and sufi. A very unique and unusual form of music is that of malhun. There are a few artists in Morocco who still write malhum music and play in malhun orchestras. It is music that is mostly sung and performed by artisans and working class locals of Morocco. What started out as a literary experiment, soon became a genre that was adopted and loved by many.
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The ancient city of Fez in Morocco is a veritable treasure chest of history and culture with many worthwhile attractions highlighting the rich traditions of the Moroccan people. One of these attractions is the Fondouk el-Nejjarine, which is home to the Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts, or Musée du Bois, located near the Henna Souk area of Fez el-Bali. As the name suggests, this museum showcases the skill of woodcarvers and artists both in the embellishments of the building and the intricately decorated items on display. Recognizing the need to preserve this ancient craft and display it to both local and international visitors, Fondouk el-Nejjarine was declared a national monument in 1916 and underwent extensive restoration work in 1988.
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There are many places in Morocco that are guaranteed to mesmerize visitors, with picturesque valleys, mountain views and the tranquillity of nature. The Ourika Valley offers all this and more. Locals frequent this breathtaking valley and visitors to Marrakech usually take the opportunity to visit the Ourika Valley as a day trip, as it is a mere forty-five minutes away from the city. What makes the Ourika Valley especially unique is the fact that it can be enjoyed in both summer and winter months, making it one of Morocco's year round natural attractions.
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Once the imperial city of Morocco, Marrakech is a city filled with historical landmarks and structures that depict the breathtaking history of the city. With the picturesque Atlas Mountains as its backdrop, Marrakech welcomes thousands of visitors each year, who come to the city to explore its magnificent landscapes and discover the attractions that mostly only the locals know about. Some monuments are passed by without travelers even realizing their significance. One of the city’s unusual and spectacular attractions is the Chrob ou Chouf Fountain.
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Located on the Tizi-n-Test Pass, around mid-way between Marrakech and Taroudant, the historical site of Tin Mal provides insight into a fascinating aspect of Morocco’s history – that of the Almohad dynasty. Founded in the early 12th century, the Almohad dynasty went on to conquer a vast region of northern Africa including the area which is now Portugal and Southern Spain, and as far as the northern shoreline of Libya.
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The Merenid Dynasty of Morocco came into power in 1248 by defeating the Almohad Dynasty in the city of Marrakech. Rabat was declared the new capital city of Morocco, and architectural development and the growth of art in the country was encouraged by the Merenid Dynasty. They ruled over Morocco until 1415, and some of their structures are still visible today as reminders of their part in history. Amongst these is the Merenid Tombs.
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Taliouine is located in Morocco’s Souss Region, and there are hundreds of visitors to this unique village each year. It is a picturesque destination that offers tourists breathtaking landscapes and quaint attractions such as the Kasbah, and is filled with friendly locals waiting to share their hospitality and knowledge with visitors. In general, Taliouine is not a very big or busy destination, but what it lacks in modern amenities, it makes up for with character and memorable natural attractions.
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Sadly, as with so many historical buildings, the El Badi Palace in Marrakech has not survived over the years. Its ruins are a cruel reminder of the destruction of war, and while walking through the ruins one is still able to get a sense of how magnificent the palace used to be. The layout and descriptions of how the El Badi Palace once looked conjures up feelings of great regret, as it must have been one of the most spectacular structures in Morocco. Despite its misfortune, the El Badi Palace is still a popular attraction n Morocco, as the layout of the palace and some of its features can still be seen.
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