Videos tagged with "mystical"

'Mystical Morocco' [04:33]
Date: 1/1/12 - 8/1/12 Captured with: Canon EOS 350D & iPhone 4S
Tags: 'Mystical, Morocco', guardianangelb

Saffron: Morocco's mystic spice [02:02]
The small town of Taliouine in southern Morocco is home to the country's largest saffron fields. In many countries saffron is revered as a mystical spice with religious connotations. Despite being known as one of the world's most expensive spices, farmers earn only a small profit from huge sales around the world. The production of one single kilogram of saffron comes from 150000 flowers. The delicate task for separating the stamen from the flower is predominantly done by women. Depending on the quality and quantity of saffron one gram can cost on average US$6.28. For centuries saffron has been cultivated in the region and valued for its rich flavor as well as healing qualities. The yellow spice is also used as a coloring agent to enhance fabric and food. Unique purple flowers cover the southern Moroccan fields which produce the stamens from where saffron is derived. Efforts are being made in Taliouine to ensure farmers get their fair share of the proceeds for cultivating the spice. Moroccan authorities are encouraging farmers to plant further saffron crocus flowers to increase the local economy through escalating exports which will bring extra profit back into the North African country. The local branch of the Department of Agriculture created the initiative to offer support to thousands of farmers. Free seeds, water and advice were provided to help farmers produce more. Ishmael El-Hamdi said the saffron grown in this area is highly rated because the soil and climate ...
Tags: Saffron, Morocco, Flower, Seeds, Purple, Farmers, Farm, Harvest, Taliouine, Field, Spice, Magical, Expensive, Cost, Stamen, yellow, colour, color, agent, food, Department of Agriculture, Nadia Idriss Mayen, Al Arabiya English

MOROCCO, the farthest east - Part 11 [10:01]
MOROCCO, the farthest east Morocco is enchanting, mystical, charming, warm, chilled, cool, enlightening Morocco is blessed, deep, far, wide, ancient, new, moutain, sea and sandy dune.......
Tags: MOROCCO, mystical, charming, warm, chilled, cool, deep, far, wide, ancient, new, moutain, sea and sandy dune.......

MOROCCO, the farthest east - Part 12 [02:44]
MOROCCO, the farthest east Morocco is enchanting, mystical, charming, warm, chilled, cool, enlightening Morocco is blessed, deep, far, wide, ancient, new, moutain, sea and sandy dune.......
Tags: MOROCCO, the farthest east - Part 12

Terre Resort Spa - Hotel Lobby [02:03]
Our secluded and luxury five-star getaway is located in the Palmeraie Desert, just 7 miles from the enchanting city of Marrakech. Everything at Terre (earth), from the architecture to the cuisine, is an innovative blend of old and new. Take a step into the past and be submerged in true Morocco style while being spoiled with all imaginable present-day luxuries. Our extra large suites come in various configurations to accommodate your every need. Our friendly staff and trained staff manage our full service resort offering from dinning, relaxation, activities and venturing on to the mystical red city of Marrakech.
Tags: Marrakech, 4 star hotel, 5 star hotel, morocco, riad, spa, suite, moroccan, terre, octogone, maroc, accommodations, hotels