Morocco is a geographically very close place but very far away in terms of culture, and that is why it is so attractive and interesting. It is a destination that many europeans choose to learn about the customs of the closest Islamic world, and at the same time soak up another culture in cities full of interesting things to do and places to visit.
Today we are going to tell you those six things you should do in Morocco If you go on vacation and you should not miss it, since they are the great classics. On every trip there are things to do and essential places to visit, without excuses. So take note, make a list and if you want you can add more things that you find interesting, and get ready to make the most of your trip to Morocco.
Stay in a Riad
In Morocco there are many western-style hotels, since it is a very touristy place, but more and more visitors are demanding to stay in a Riad. These riad are palace-houses that have a traditional architecture. They have been restored to offer spaces in which there are five or more rooms, so they are also usually places with a fairly personalized service and with great tranquility. These cozy houses have rooms that are normally decorated in the Moroccan style, to the delight of the guests. It is as if we find ourselves living in a wealthy Moroccan house. In addition, the rooms are located around a central open patio, which is typical of these houses, and which is usually used as a common area for all visitors. There are very inexpensive Riads and others that are more expensive, packed with luxuries like spas and massage services. It all depends on what we want to have, but there are places at a great price where you can live the Moroccan experience to the fullest.
Enjoy Islamic architecture
If there is something we love about Morocco, it is seeing the architecture. Places like Koutoubía mosque They are essential. Without a doubt it would be incredible to be able to see the mosques from the inside, but the truth is that the vast majority of the time we will have to settle for seeing them from the outside, since only Muslims are allowed to enter, since they are places of worship. Admire the geometric patterns of the most typical mosaics, and even the simple houses of the cities. Everything can be very interesting if we compare it with the architecture we are used to.
Get lost in a medina
The medinas are literally the old areas of cities, and in them is where the most interesting of the visits is found. Old and labyrinthine alleys, shops of small artisans, madrassas, which are the schools that teach the Islamic religion and ancient subjects, and the great souks full of stalls with interesting things to buy and food stalls. Without a doubt they are places where it is possible to spend the whole day without realizing it, getting lost among the people and in the streets, discovering interesting corners.
Haggle like an expert in the souks
The souks are like the open-air markets here, and in them we can find all kinds of positions. From places to buy typical food to leather artisan stalls, places to buy typical Moroccan clothes, hookahs or shishas to smoke and a host of things that we will want to have with us back home. But here the culture of haggling is deeply rooted, and that is why we must learn to haggle prices, since normally they will ask us for more than they want to take away. It should always be done with good humor and respect, since for them it is part of their culture. In addition, it is better to carry cash, since not all places will have to pay by card.
Spend a night in the desert
In Morocco there are many people who want to live the experience of spend a night in the desert, and for this there are the jaimas, or nomad shops, which today are also a bit oriented to tourism. Without a doubt it is a different experience, after the bustling city, immerse yourself in a silent adventure in the desert, and spend a night under the stars, waiting for the sun to rise over the sand dunes.
Have a tea and smoke a shisha
Without a doubt this is something that all Moroccans do from time to time, and it is their moment of relaxation, and we can share it. Stop at a café for tea from the traditional glasses and smoke flavored tobacco from the shishas or hookahs It is a classic that Westerners want to try. In addition, in many places, both in riads and in some shops, they offer you tea as a courtesy and it is necessary to accept it as a token of respect.