TIZNIT

TIZNIT

With its walled medina around which has developed a modern city, Tiznit occupies a prominent place in the region.

At the crossroads of the ocean, the desert and the mountains, it connects the Souss Valley in southern Morocco and the foothills of the Anti Atlas to the Atlantic coast.

Tiznit, which dates back to 1882, is valued for its old Jewish quarter and its medina surrounded by ramparts, which with their 36 towers and 9 gates, more modest than those of Taroudant, but witnessed no less than its past as it has long been one of the major places of southern Morocco.

Visit Tiznit

In addition to its old quarters, Tiznit is also famous for its goldsmith craftsmanship. One can admire in the souk of jewelers, the Medina, the Jewish quarter, the rich Berber architecture made of pisés houses and walkways. The work of these artisans perpetuating an old craft heritage through the production of traditional Berber silver jewelery and brooches that have brought fame to the city.

Place Mechouar el adjacent to the medina is one of the key appointments in the city. Around this bustling plaza, many small cafes and traditional restaurants, call shops and cyber.

Medina has the distinction of including four quarters among whom is a spring called 'blue source'. While outside the city walls in the new town houses different departments and administrations. + Tiznit continue reading

The proximity to the ocean, with the beaches of Aglou and Mirleft known for the waves and fishing waters, and the Anti Atlas to Getaways cervical Kerdous Tafraoute and back country mountain landscape with warm, makes Tiznzit a nice step.

Explore the area

Fishing enthusiasts to start surfcasting and water sports will even Mirleft, a small town surrounded by steep cliffs, cove and sandy beach, about thirty miles. Mirleft is also a renowned surfing spot.

20 km from Tiznit, the small resort of Aglou-Plage has large white sand beaches, often deserted where swimming can be dangerous because of strong currents and a small natural harbor surrounded by a village fishermen.

The beautiful beach of Sidi mohammed-or-Abdallah, Mirleft, is certainly one of the most beautiful beaches of the south coast of Morocco with the whiteness of its sand and its many coves.

50 km north of Tiznit, the National Park Souss Massa is located at the mouth of the Oued Massa. This nature reserve is home to many varieties of birds: ducks, ibises, flamingos ... and salt.

The road that leads to cervical Kerdous (1100m) and Tafraoute winds through the Anti Atlas is a beautiful route, punctuated with small valleys and traditional villages in which to stroll and meet an ever smiling and friendly people .dropoff window

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DAKHLA

DAKHLA

At the mouth of the Rio de Oro, Dakhla was founded in 1884 by the Spanish. At the time, it was called Villa Cisneros. This small fishing port is the edge of a beautiful lagoon with turquoise waters. In addition to welcoming thousands of migratory birds including colonies of flamingos, the bay is home to the world's largest monk seal population. Its waters are frequented by rays and humpback dolphins. The grandiose Punta Sarga, at the southern end of the peninsula is the site recommended to observe them.
Funny occupations
sports camp
Considered by surfing champions as one of the most beautiful spots in the world, the place is ideal for all winter sports on the water ... but on the sand dunes! To feel one with nature, it is possible to sleep under tents khaïmats (traditional collective housing desert) in a surf camp. The shower water at 38 ° C sulphurous thermal spring Asmaa is to try: it is deemed excellent for the skin, respiratory disorders and bone. Lagoon Rio de Oro is also one of the most fishy areas in the world. The star of the place is croaker (called lean in France). Surf casting, ie by fishing feet at the edge of the water, it is possible to catch fish measuring up to 2 meters and weigh up to 80 kilos
In the deep south of Morocco, the peninsula of Dakhla has retained its authenticity and preserve its tranquility. Between ocean and desert, dominated by a lagoon, the intense blue lagoon shivers in the wind that constantly blows for the delight of gliding enthusiasts. Wild and original, Dakhla is the new "spot trend," the one to discover her passion for living "riders" on the lagoon.
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TETOUAN

TETOUAN

The Medina of Tetouan and its unique maze of shady streets, is a World of Humanity by Unesco Heritage. Its important Mellah (Jewish quarter) was called the little Jerusalem. This is the liveliest place at night. Here, the souks are well separated, each trade occupying a precise perimeter. The Tarafin street, lined with jewelery shops, leads to Hassan II Square and the Royal Palace, beautiful example of Moorish architecture. To the west, modern side lies the new town, El Ensanche. Its small buildings of five storeys maximum, with shops on the ground floor, were built under Spanish protectorate.
Museums and Schools
Spanish architecure
In the medina, the Archaeological Museum are close to the door Bab Everything and the Moroccan Arts museum next to Bab El Oqla. The first presents beautiful mosaics and a multitude of artifacts from the Roman era borrowed from Lixus site. The second, ethnological, exhibits traditional costumes and regional musical instruments. Close to the museum, the School of Arts and Crafts teaches all craft specialties. The National Institute of Fine Arts, founded in 1947 by Mariano Bertuchi, Spanish painter, has the distinction of having since 2000 a teaching section of the comics. It hosts every year since 2004 the International Festival of Comics.
The origins of the city of Tetouan are still unknown, but the discovery of archaeological sites dating back to prehistoric and classical period (Phoenician, Punic-Mauritanian and Roman) in the immediate vicinity of the city show WLE ancient occupation the river valley in general and Martil Tetouan particular site.
During the Islamic period, the Tetouan region is WLE considerable importance, since it is the only passage between the Iberian Peninsula and the interior of Morocco. Several cities while out of the ground, like Ceuta, Tangier and Alcacer Ceguer. Between the 10th and 12th centuries, Tetouan is mentioned by various Arab writers, but not until the late Middle Ages, after the fall of Ceuta and other coastal centers in the hands of the Spanish and Portuguese troops to see her play an important role.
In 1286, Sultan Abu Youssef Yacoub el Marini erected a fortified garrison (kasbah) on the Tetouan site to block Ceuta. In the early 14th century, the city grows, but it will be plundered and totally destroyed by Spanish forces Wis century later. It was rebuilt in fm the 15th century, during the reign of Sultan Mohammed ash-Sheikh ei-Wattassi by Wis group of refugees from Andalusia. At the end of the 15th century, the city is not extensive: Limited to the current neighborhood of al-Balad and Wie fortified kasbah, it meets the requirements of Abu al-Hassan Ali elMandri, military leader of Banu ei-Ahmar Granada.
The second phase of development began in the mid 16th century, with the expansion of the Medina to the southwest (Rabat neighborhood did Asfal). At last, from 1609, the arrival of the Moriscos (Spanish Muslims forcibly converted to Christianity and later expelled from Spain) contributes to WLE further expansion of the Medina, to the north-west this time (area of Rabat al-Aala). This growth continues until mid-18th century with the reconstruction of the fortifications which will give the medina its current configuration.
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KELAAT M'GOUNA

KELAAT M'GOUNA

Kelaat M'Gouna (or El Kelaâ of Mgouna) is inhabited overwhelmingly by a Berber population. This vibrant city has long been an economic, commercial and social for the population living in the area. She is best known for its "Rose Festival" held each year in May.
The so-called Day Roses (n lfichta Lord in Berber) is organized in May of each year and becoming better known throughout the world (49th festival this year ...). This festival, which lasts two days, has just celebrated the arrival of roses and Dades valleys Mgoun. During this moussem El Kelâa M'gouna double population.
It is popular with Moroccans living in other cities of the country came to discover a region known for its perfumes and cosmetics made with rose water and for the hospitality and warmth of its people. Two large factories of cosmetics are located in Kelaâ. Are made of rose water, cream rose, the essential oil of rose ... and many other products ... delicately scented are marketed and delivered worldwide ...
The Rose Valley extends between Kelaa M'gouna whose name means "fortress M'gouna" and Boumalne Dades. The entrance is marked at Imassine by huge round rocks, which seem posed balanced on the floor. This is a long series of small villages and traditional mud houses, whose wealth is hidden in invisible gardens of the road, roses whose smell spreads throughout the month of May, a few days before harvest.
The Rose festival (moussem)
It is traditionally held the second weekend in May. Men and women dressed in their best costumes gather to celebrate and dance. The people of Kelaa M'Gouna sprinkle their visitors rose water and rose petals are launching their settling on their clothes. The evenings are held in many rose gardens where everyone meets to dance and to elect Miss Roses. An unmarried girl will be elected queen for a day.
It scrolls on a decorated chariot and fragrant, enthusiastic spectators cheering and rose petals scattered on the ground where she goes. Folk dances such as Ahidous the sword dance and bee dance enliven the nights festivities.
The bee dance
This folk dance symbolizes the woman and man bee beekeeper and drums and flutes rhythm cadence. This representation shows that the beekeeper can not live without bees which in turn can live without flowers. The unity of nature is experienced in its essence.
The rose from Kelaa of Mgouna
In the center of the satellite photo, vegetable gardens that grow the roses of the city of Kelaat M'gouna
The rose found in this valley is called la rosa damascena, resistant to cold and drought. She was introduced by pilgrims returning from Mecca in the tenth century whose seeds have fallen along the way and since, roses adorn and perfume fragrance of the valley. It was cultivated for local consumption as rose water, but also for export and perfume industry.
La Rosa Damaskina (originally from Damascus) is grown in the Dades Valley, often bordering fields. Harvesting takes place in April and May, early morning. Small and very fragrant, it is renowned for its medicinal and cosmetic virtues, its authenticity and its powerful natural flavor ...
By mid-May, at dawn, the women adorn themselves in gandoura where precious flowers will be filed, one by one pick these "Rosa Damascena." Harvest is in 3 to 4 000 tonnes a year, during a week that ends with the moussem roses.
The collection is completed, the festivities begin and will last three days. The people of all the neighboring villages come together to Kelaa M'Gouna. Exhibitions of handicrafts (jewelry, carpets, ...) and agricultural, musical events and competitions complete the Rose Festival.
It takes 1 kg of petals to extract one liter of rose water. But for petrol it takes 5 tons of petals for 1 liter! This explains the extremely high cost to about 5 to € 6,000 per liter in wholesale price. The petals should be vented several times a day to prevent fermentation.
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OUM ERRABIA

OUM ERRABIA

Oum Errabia , Oum Er Rbia, is the second Moroccan river in terms of length. It rises at an altitude of 1240 m in the Middle Atlas 25km from the city of Mrirt 40 km from the city of Khénifra.Un too beautiful place with beautiful payasges which nécissitent visiting. Our experience in the organization and our spécilaité in tourism allows you to use our services to visit all these places.
At the heart of the Middle Atlas stands a pure, fresh water stream. Sometimes bluish in contact with the sky, sometimes greenish to reflect orchards, this river is considered one of the first hydraulic sources of Morocco. At an altitude of 1240 meters, numerous springs bubble, bubble and whisper. This is the picturesque "Oyoun Oum Er-Rbia River" where merges forty fresh and salt sources to pour directly into the river of Oum Er-Rbia River for a distance of over 600 meters. Surrounded by limestone blocks and ocher cliffs, the force of water flow assigns a freshness to the place. The song of the banks, the slamming of the rocks and the chirping of birds weave, meanwhile, a soft symphony. Upon arrival to the sources, a breeze-valley takes you on an ethereal journey, a break in the grandeur of nature and the divine beauty. The sources of Oum Er-Rbia River are now an unavoidable stopover for travelers to Ifrane Khénifra and regions. "Every visit Ifrane, we want to visit the sources of Oum Er-Rbia River. I just spend the day with family and my children to discover the beauty of our Morocco, "said Nabil. If this father is a frequent visitor, others relish, for the first time, his discovery. "I was hesitant at the beginning between an afternoon of skiing at Michlifen or visit the sources. Frankly, I was surprised by the peculiarity of this place. This mix of waterfalls, rivers and greenery is singular. I do not regret the visit. I wish I had enough time to return to. I assure you that I will come back more often. Such a setting must not be forgotten ", says Madiha, a young student in Casablanca. Indeed, this gem that shines within oaks and cedars, competes famous Moroccan tourist sites. Itto, a thirty we reveals an aspect of his daily life in sources of Oum Er-Rbia River. "The site is experiencing dynamic in spring and summer. People flee the dry climate to come for refreshment to the sources, "said she -t. He added that "agricultural activity in the area is a bit poor and the majority of residents rely on tourism resources." Despite the daily stress they suffer, the generosity of the villagers do not leave you indifferent. Near the banks, the people of the region have built small houses on the one hand for relaxation and the other to feed them a little purse. On a fine simplicity, huts are furnished. Equipped with Berber carpets and cushions, they offer a panoramic view of the glistening waterfalls. "We rent these spaces at affordable prices. Visitors can thus enjoy a good time "foot in the water." This allows an escape from the stress of everyday life without forgetting that our waters have countless virtues, "says Ali, owner of several houses of interest. Service, glasses of tea and delicious tagines for, in this sense, visitors discover Berber cuisine. For fans souvenirs, handicraft shops are available on site outlining in their displays of 100% original products and especially "Hand-made". The rich sources of Oum Er-Rbia River is endless. The site meets all tastes. For archeology and caving enthusiasts, is a cave to explore. Five dirhams is the cost of the visit to the heart of this mysterious cave where only water runoff breaks his silence. The transition to the sources of Oum Er-Rbia River also allows fans to "canoe" to practice their favorite sport. This site is multifaceted, indeed, a heavenly table is added to the long list of Edens Morocco.
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CABO NEGRO

CABO NEGRO

Behind Tetouan and the Rif Mountains, is a charming seaside area: Cabo Negro. Known under the names Taifor and Ras Tarf, it lies on the north coast of Morocco, 10 km from Tetouan and 24 km from Ceuta. This enchanting Mediterranean enclave is one of the places where nature has been very generous. So much has been said about the beauty of the Mediterranean, but here the sea is particularly beautiful: fine sand, crystal clear water and rocks bonus. In pretty white houses built staircase, some hotel establishments ... that's Cabo Negro, Cabo, for short. This is a site like we do not find in the North of Morocco, on the edge of a lovely Mediterranean. The nature lovers can not resist the charm of this beautiful place. There are wonderful beaches and a surprisingly green backcontry just around the corner.
Cabo Negro station includes a jetty for mooring light boats and many houses. The village is built on several levels with shaded streets. Hotels and houses have a beautiful view of the sea, peaceful spectacle becomes grand when the sun goes down. Cabo Negro is the most recommended place to rest. The tranquility and animation found there explain this infatuation Cabo Negro, whose name is word of mouth whisper. This corner of paradise has always been a major destination and hottest. It became, in a few years the Mecca of the Moroccan jet set with villas and private access. The new rich have one obsession in mind: to have a foothold however modest it in Cabo Negro.
Carrefour fans of the beach, those who enjoy nature but also for golf lovers, this place also hosts many sporting activities. His Royal Golf features a 18-hole spontaneous and natural course, designed in the purest British tradition. The driveway sneaks in the middle of a shady park with Mediterranean species. Return is absolutely sublime as an Irish links between dunes and beach. In addition to golf, Cabo Negro is famous for water sports. The bay of Cabo Negro to Cebta is a fabulous site for all water activities, including water skiing, banana boat and fly-fish. For lovers of diving, the underwater terrain is impressive. A real fireworks under water. Coral, sea fans, sponges, lobsters, moray eels and dolphins for the lucky. Breathtaking dives!
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PARADISE VALLEY TO IMOUZZER

PARADISE VALLEY TO IMOUZZER

At only 60 km from Agadir, a small winding road leads through the valley of paradise, landmark painters in watercolor, to lead you to the small village of Imouzzer. A real tour in the heart of the almond trees, palm trees and clear wadis. Made in Agadir brings you to discover the valley of paradise, a beauty breathtaking!

Discover the Paradise Valley Imouzzer
Paradise Valley, a godsend

If you want to fully enjoy the wonderful spectacle that awaits you, as you say that we need to put the alarm clock! The road is not long, only 60 km, but it soon becomes narrow and winding in strength to climb in altitude. It is best to rent a car if you do not have one, because some landscapes deserve that one stops to contemplate them.

Starting in the early morning when the light is still soft and dewy; you will cross the hillsides speckled argan contrasting with the blue sky tenderly. Once well advanced, the landscape changes ... Place in the green valley of palms and small oasis visible from afar. Paradise Valley is close by, you just have to look up to admire the small Berber villages clinging to the white and pink cliffs, the highest indicator is this peaceful river that sleeps in the heart of a beautiful small rocky canyon. If you take the time to stop to observe the untouched nature, appreciate every little thing around you, the heart of Wadi beating, birds, the wind blowing in the soft almond trees, this unique smell land and this special brightness in Morocco, then you will get the gist of the valley of paradise.

Imouzzer and waterfalls

Imouzzer Ida Outanane is a small city set on a mountain at 1200 meters altitude. Originally, they are Amazigh tribes ie Berber of the Souss region who settled in the highlands. Today it has become a crossing point when we want to visit the area and its hinterland. This village is well known for its honey, almond trees and of course waterfalls that can be spectacular in the wet season.

A tip if you want to see the falls flow freely, go ahead in February and March, some Moroccan give you shivers of fear by jumping from the top of the waterfalls and plunge reaching small holes of water, it's amazing! Finally avoid going there on weekends, if you want to enjoy the quiet setting uncrowded, stroll through its magnificent souk and be sure to honk in turns to prevent motorists just the head air coming in against sense!
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FES

FES

medersas
The Imperial City is the capital of the traditional culture of Morocco. Cribs knowledge, superb madrasas are the flaming symbol.

schools
Gate of Fez
A madrasa is a school where the Koran is taught and all the academic subjects of knowledge: mathematics, grammar, history, astronomy, medicine ... In Morocco, especially in Fez, the function of the madrasas is also welcome students from other regions. Generally, it is organized around a central courtyard with a fountain. Classes are taught in the rich arcades on the sides.

The oldest university
Karaouiyine mosque is one of the largest in Morocco. It is home to the University considered the oldest in the world, founded in the middle of the ninth century, when the basic subjects were theology, grammar and Koranic law. Opposite El-Attarine Madrasa is considered the most beautiful of the medina.

El-Attarine
mérinides
Mérinides erected this masterpiece between 1323 and 1325. Its courtyard is beautifully decorated. The walls are covered with sura carved in wood or plaster. The fountain and marble columns are decorated with tiles.

Bou Inania
Built between 1350 and 1357, is the largest of Fez. Upon entry, beautiful with its heavy doors with ornate bronze doors, you will be impressed by the profusion of earthenware, refinement carved plaster and wood and chiselled stalactites called Mukarnas, the signing of the mérinide architecture. The court, onyx and marble, surmounted by a canopy of green tiles typical of Fez.
Think again: the oldest university in the world is not Oxford or the Sorbonne, is the University of Al-Karaouine in Fez el Bali. This walled city, declared World Heritage by UNESCO, will take you back to the Middle Ages. To explore the culture of this great city, or rather two cities, tempt fate by taking a taxi or go from one site to another on foot, the old quarters of the Medina riddled with mazes and Fes el Bali four majestic Gates of Fes, with their distinctive Moroccan mosaics.
Fez Medina founded in the ninth century and home to the oldest university in the world, Fez reached its height in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, under the Marinids when it replaced Marrakesh as the capital of the kingdom. The urban fabric and the principal monuments of the medina dates back to this period: Madrasah, fondouks, palaces, residences, mosques, fountains, etc. Despite the transfer of the seat of the capital Rabat in 1912, it retains its status as the cultural and spiritual capital of the country.
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SIDI IFNI

SIDI IFNI

Ocean city, Atlas, Sahara? Sidi Ifni is one of those sweet cocktails like the south of Morocco knows offer.

Nestled on a cliff, the last vestige of the foothills of the Anti-Atlas, it dominates the blue green of the Atlantic Ocean which it derives its main resources.

A strategic enclave

The region of Sidi Ifni is the birthplace and stronghold of Aït Baamrane powerful famous Berber confederation of tribes throughout the southern Morocco for his fight in 1930 against both French than Spanish invaders and then during the War of Ifni 'la guerra olvidada Spanish in 1957/1958.

Granted to Spain by a Spanish-Moroccan Treaty of 1767 in order to create sardine fisheries, development really dates from 1934 when General Franco decided to make this enclave a strategic military base. It was not until June 1969 for qu'Ifni is finally Moroccan and 2010 it is free of the provincial supervisory Tiznit

A dispersed urban planning

His Spanish years, it retains the colonial structure, a grid of streets and avenues leading to the central square oval, urban architecture whose buildings have kept the art deco style very popular in Spain of 1930.

The old cathedral converted into court, his rectory became library, the old Admiralty, the lighthouse and many houses with trees and flowers gardens bordering the Mohammed V Avenue are always there to remind that time. Mecca of city life, the place Hassan II, former Plaza de España offers stunning ocean views

Besides the eccentric harbor south side of the airport, Sidi Ifni, has two neighborhoods. One former around Hassan II Square where are concentrated most of the services and accommodations as well as the municipal market.

The other area is on separate him from a mile from downtown avenues by El Houria and Al Quds. Here is including mail, the Grand Mosque and the public garden Annasr, restaurants, cafes as well as cyber always helpful.

Beaches and waves

The main activity of Sidi Ifni left its port with traditional fishing. Sardines, sea bream, croakers are landed in the afternoon arousing great animation around, the harbor to the market, then the city waking up in the late afternoon.

Its mild winter climate, proximity to large and beautiful white sand beaches, interspersed with high ocher cliffs, natural arches and small coves friendly, Sidi Ifni are a popular destination for all kinds of tourists.

The huge and well appointed White Beach to the south, attracting more and more fans of seaside activities. It is facing the small island of El Gziral Lazgira on the beach, 10km north on the road to Mirleft that surfers and windsurfers enjoy the opportunity. This dress beach natural arches created by ocean ebb and flow, is as much a place of rendezvous water, a privileged site for amateur and recreational fishers.

The last bastions of the Atlas

Its mountain side is very quickly felt as soon as one enters its hinterland. Anti Atlas to the Atlantic to the raging waves, delivers small mountains at low altitude. A semi arid environment already foreshadowing nearby regs Saharan while keeping the soul of these small traditional Berber villages perched on hillsides or hidden in tiny intimate valleys.

This is the gorge of the Oued Noun, the mouth generous hosts flamingos, turtles, herons who come hibernate or breed. A nice breath of fresh air in this canyon dotted with houses, almost steep sides decorated with cultivated terraces. On a cliff overlooking the river, the old military fort french Bou Jerif always seems to watch over the tranquility of the surroundings.

Local products fashionable

There are many of these little hidden valleys fed argan oil is tasty which one of the jewels of local cultures. Cacti, more commonly prickly pears, are also pleasantly part of the landscape.

Of seed fruit, akneri Berber, much appreciated by the locals, is taken very fragrant oil, one of the main features is to be the most expensive oil in the world. Its development is long, meticulous and quantities produced small. But its unique taste gives an extraordinary taste outcome and actually a very courted by the top chefs as Moroccan and foreign oil.

Small hidden Edens

Many daily incursions can be made of Sidi Ifni drive to better understand these discrete locations in a surprising hinterland.

The village of Tioughza is east of Sidi Ifni. The picturesque road along the coast a while before sinking in small mountains to get to this village they surround. It always winds then leads to the river Salogmad before joining Amellou Mesti and where is the Tafyucht developing cooperative and promoting the products of the argan tree.

It is a little south of Ifni found the locality of Sbouya, stronghold of the Berber tribe of the same name. Between sea and mountains is from the typical pre-Saharan locality are exploited cactus pears which are grown shrubs with pride and development in the Aknari cooperative.

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OUED LAOU

OUED LAOU

Oued Laou Basin is located in the northwestern region of Morocco in
Provinces of Tetouan and Chefchaouen. It is located in the central part of the
Rif chain known as the Rif High. It is bounded by the peaks of Jebel Kelti
(1928m) to the west, Soukna (1800m) and Tissouka (2180m) in the south-east, Tazoute
(1800m) in the north-east and the Mediterranean Sea to the north
It is a small pond with an area not exceeding 930 square kilometers (maximum width
of 28Km, east-west and 47 km long, north-south) and whose streams
main Oued Lau has a length of 70 km. With the exception of the coastal plain, it
This is a very hilly area with steep slopes and unevenness
important.
The headwaters of the Oued Lau submeridian follows a path in the region
Chefchaouen. He then dominated to the east by the alignment of the peaks of the
limestone ridge and to the west by the high numidiennes peaks. The middle and
below are located on the North side Rif and have a SW-NE direction.
The main feature of the basin lies in the fact that it is a basin
surplus in water resources. Thus, there is a water utilization
superficial in hydropower generation and irrigation, groundwater
are used for the general purposes of the population and irrigation of small
areas in the mountains.
Oued Lau is primarily a town born of the activity of fishing. At sunrise and sunset, the past the beach or on the terrace cafes with arrivals and departures of fishing boats. At night, the ocean is claisemée lanterns fishing boats. Everything is very artisanal: rudimentary boat, net handmade, oil lamp.

Take a trip to the Central Market, in the morning, it is full of fish caught in the morning, at ridiculous prices! And if you do not like cooking, downtown restaurants specialize in grilled fish tagines and fish !! mmmmm

Oued Lau is also a paradise for lovers of fishing line. You can fish all over the shore, but preferably in the evening, so as not to obstruct swimmers.
At any time, you can also fish from the rock Mekkad, which borders the beach of Oued Lau in the West, or in the river Oued Lau, which borders the village to the east.

Hooks and lines are sold in the village when the bait, the young people of the village and leisure compete to make home. When cane, some children miraculous fishing with a fishing pole made of reed!
source: http: //oued-laou.over-blog.fr/

JBEL TOUBKAL

JBEL TOUBKAL

the Mouflons your refuge Toubkal
Nestled in the Toubkal, the refuge Les Mouflons, is named after a breed of deer that lives on the heights of the Atlas. This is a private refuge, recently built by a love of the mountains, a native of Imlil and professional mountaineer, he has considerable experience throughout thirty years in the mountain tourism sector.
Refuge Toubkal Les Mouflons, is located at 3207m altitude. Its area of 600m² allows it to offer private rooms as well as family rooms with separate showers and seven dormitories large enough for a considerable number of people.
Jebel Toubkal: Gift of God that makes a strong impression with its grandeur nature; it always leaves a sublime joy for all lovers of mountain. The good Lord gave this majestic massif that sustains the population of the High Atlas; from its peak of Morocco and 4167 m above sea level, it dominates with its northern slope the Haouz plain and South: the Anti-Atlas, inspiring and professional hikers and amateurs the opportunity to experience the ascent of Toubkal.
The Atlas Mountains have an extreme beauty and charm Annex Les Mouflons Imlil in Morocco invites you to explore through a variety of tours and excursions specially programmed to give you a better understanding of the nature Moroccan.
Imlil, a small village near Toubkal 63 km south of Marrakech, each year invites a large number of tourists from the four corners of the globe to enjoy the hiking programs, skiing, trekking and climbing in Jebel Toubkal.
The latter, culminating with the Moroccan High Atlas 4167m, is the roof of the North Africa and attracts more and more adventurers and sports share the fact that it does not present major technical difficulties.
The summer season is the best time to visit the area of Imlil and Toubkal in that snow is absent and it is therefore easier to climb Jebel.
The refuge Les Mouflons supports the organization hiking and trekking while putting at your disposal affirmed guides to accompany you along the way. To discover in this region: Berber villages traditions and authentic life, natural scenery and beauty, gîteurs and other specifics related to mountain life.
source: http: //www.refugetoubkal.com/

AGADIR OUFELLA

AGADIR OUFELLA

C’est le plus beau site d’Agadir, la citadelle domine l’océan et la ville du haut de ses 236 mètres, elle fut érigée par Mohammed Ech-Cheikh (Fondateur de la Dynastie Sâadienne) en 1540 pour mener le siège de la ville, puis pour se protéger des attaques portugaises. La place fut renforcée deux siècles plus tard, en 1752, par Moulay Abdallah qui y installa une garnison de deux mille hommes. Après le séisme, seuls subsistent les pans du mur de rempart, partiellement raccommodé, et la porte d’entrée sur laquelle une inscription en hollandais "Crains Dieu et respecte le roi" rappelle que les Pays-Bas y installèrent un comptoir en 1746 sous la souveraineté du Sultan Sâadien. Ce site est un endroit idéal pour admirer le coucher de soleil sur la baie.

La Kasbah ou Casbah d'Agadir (Dénommée Agadir Oufella en tachelhit, c'est-à-dire Agadir-d'en-Haut) est le site le plus majestueux de la ville. Il s'agit d'une forteresse surplombant la ville ainsi que la plage et culminant à une hauteur de 236 mètres. Elle domine l'océan à plus de 216 m sur les hauteurs d'Oufella, offrant un magnifique panorama sur la ville, la baie et l'arrière-pays. Agadir Oufella fut érigée en 1540 par Mohammed Ech-Cheikh, roi marocain appartenant à la dynastie Sâadienne. Après avoir conquit la ville, ce dernier construit ces murailles dans le but de se protéger d'éventuelles invasions notamment portugaises.
Le site fut rebâtit en 1752 afin d'augmenter la sécurité d'Agadir. Après le tremblement de terre de 1960, les fortifications furent reconstruites sur leurs anciennes marques et seule la porte d'entrée fut conservée à l'authentique.
Lors de leur promenade, les visiteurs n'oublieront pas que cette forteresse a renfermé le plus vieux quartier d'Agadir, à l'époque composé de petites ruelles et de résidents enjoués. Ses remparts et la porte d'entrée ont été restaurés tandis que les restes de cette ancienne place forte ont été transformés en nécropole. On y accède par une route offrant un magnifique panorama.
L'endroit est idéal pour admirer la ville sous tous ses angles ainsi que les couchers de soleil!

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TAFRAOUT

TAFRAOUT

Morocco, from the heights of his Atlas, opening the blue Mediterranean and the vast Atlantic and the dunes
of its russet Sahara, has a unassailable enamel charms crowned Tafraout and its region by lines to fly in
the oceans. Adobe dwellings and other colorful hanging boldly to threatening pink granite boulders, wonderful
human and animal forms that immortalize granite boulders, winding valleys breaks sheltering splendidly
long and narrow, gracefully dressed in black women engaged in pastoral labors. These are some pictures of
Tafraout who, though rich, are still weak to portray to perfection.
At the heart of Ammeln valley in the Anti Atlas, Tafraout is a small village situated in the center of a mountainous circle of pink granite.

Vegetation abounds in this harsh environment that gives it a special charm, especially from December to February when the almond trees are in bloom.

The village is built around the Place Mohamed V, which has banks and a post office as well as essential small cafes and restaurants. Tafraout comes alive every Wednesday, the day of the souk, just outside instead.

Show not to be missed in all seasons: sunset over the village and the surrounding mountain peaks.
Walks around Tafraout

Many excursions are possible from Tafraoute to discover this part of the Anti Atlas.

Walking and cycling are a good alternative to the 4 × 4 to explore the villages of the valley Ammeln, exploring rock carvings and trails that encircle the village of Tafraout.

Ait Mansour gorges about thirty miles south. After a winding road and surprising, the gorges of Ait Mansour open onto a succession of small mountain oasis where the water is often abundant and fertile valley.

A few kilometers south of Tafraout rocks painted by the Belgian artist Jean Vérame are located in the village Agard-Oudad dominated by the rock, said Napoleon hat for his strange and inclined shape.

The beautiful valley Ammeln is a set of twenty typical small douars clinging to the slopes of Jebel Lekst and succeed in a beautiful grove of altitude.

Cave sites, including, gazelle engraved in the rock to the small village of Tazzeka 1 km from Tafraoute.

The rock, said Napoleon hat, for its strange shape and inclined near the village of Agard-Oudad.
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OUKAIMEDEN

OUKAIMEDEN

Oukaïmeden, located 75 km from Marrakech, is the Africa's highest ski resort with a ski area of 300 hectares. You can climb the chairlift up to 3 270 m. The road is superb and to discover many villages perched on the hillside. Agaves and prickly pears quickly give way to ocher stone fields. Many opportunities for hiking in summer.
The ski resort of Oukaimeden located about 80 kilometers from Marrakech enjoys a fine reputation. It has been ranked among the 100 best ski resorts in the world by CNN channel. She even ahead of the very famous country stations for winter sports.
Marrakech has one of the best ski resorts in the world. This is what has just revealed a ranking made by the American channel CNN. Under this system, the Oukaimeden's ski resort located about 80 kilometers from the Red City is among the best 100 in the world. The Top 100 is largely dominated by world renowned resorts in France, Canada, the United States and Italy.
Head, comes the Avoriaz ski resort in Savoie in France. It is closely followed by the Dave Murray Downhill resort at Whistler in British Columbia (Canada) and the Cervivina Italy. The majority of the stations of the top 100 are in the European countries and the United States. South Africa with "Either one of Tiffindell" and Morocco are the only two African countries to be included.
Oukaimeden, 86th best ski resort in the world
Located on the Oukaimeden mountain, winter sports resort the highest in Africa is located at about 3000 m above the level of the sea. It is ahead in the Top 100, large stations in the country known to abound in many winter sports enthusiasts. Oukaimeden 86th world's best ski resort, is ahead of those of Saulire in France, Valluga St. Anton in Austria, The big white cliff in Canada, McConkey's, Squaw Valley in California and Motatapu Falls Treble Cone, New Zealand.
The Marrakech resort also ranks before the Fall 75 Squaw Valley in California, the Hourglass drop Alta in Utah, Cortina of Hidden Valley in Italy, Mount Hermon Ski Resort, Israel, The Back Corries Nevis Range in Scotland. Finally exceeds Burnt Stew Trail Whistler in Canada, Straight Shot Powder Mountain in Utah, Scarlett's Aspen Highlands in Colorado and West Cirque Whistler in Canada.
CNN indicates that the Oukaimeden is one of the most "weird" places in the world for skiing or snowboarding. There are lifts but ski enthusiasts and visitors were accessing it from a mule. The average snowfall usually renders feasible between mid-December and late March, three months during which you can enjoy all kinds of winter sports. The site is home to a great variety of slopes for skiers of all levels.
Each year, the Oukaimeden houses the National Ski Championships. Envrion, 75% of the tracks are reserved for experienced skiers. To facilitate the reception and make the stay pleasant visitors, hotels, restaurants and many other facilities have been built in the area.
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MIRLEFT

MIRLEFT

Mirleft is a little gem known as the Moroccan coast between hide its beaches, towering cliffs and coves fringed white sand gently.

This small town far from identical to Agadir beach tourism is clinging to the steep hills overlooking the ocean power. Built in the early twentieth century, an old ruined fort still seems to watch over the main street lined blued arcades where you can find an assortment of shops offering local crafts and products. Slippers, pottery, argan oil and derivatives, fishing equipment, of course coexist with traditional cafes restaurants that animate all the terraces of Moroccan cities.

Since Tiznzit, argan lined road where climb small black goats to graze leaves, prickly pear cactus delicious fruit winds through the foothills of the Anti Atlas before accessing Mirleft. The coastal road from Sidi Ifni tacks it, between the ocean and slopes of the Atlas offering wonderful scenery.

A tourist attraction facing the ocean

If its mild oceanic climate attracted a number of tourists increasingly important, its fishing waters, beautiful sandy beaches, its even more glowing evening sun ocher cliffs, regular waves also attract lovers of fishing sea and water sports enthusiasts.

It is embedded in traditional wooden canoes or from the beach with surfcasting throws, long cane properly weighted with lead wire, projected far into the waves that local fishermen stalk bream and wolves. Devote themselves to the more adventurous, they perched precariously on a tiny cliff ledges overlooking the tumultuous waves of the ocean in the hope of bream and croaker back at the end of their line.

Like Aglou-Plage or Sidi Ifni in the area, his long white shores regular rolls, the wind often contributed to this Mirleft a recognized spot on which many surfers or windsurfers come to practice their pastimes favorites serenity in a beautiful setting.

Mirleft addition to its admirable small creeks dominated by steep cliffs, has a very long and beautiful white sand beach, or Sidi Mohammed Abdallah, where swimming can be done nevertheless taking precautions against the heat of strong currents and sea strong beating the shore impetuously.

On the promontory where the ruins of the old fort nest, ocean, sometimes dazzling spray, sails past the eyes, rich colors of the sunset, as framed by ocher walls fringed sandy creeks. Farther inland emerges giving value getaways hiking or mountain biking, hiking mules.

This is why this little haven of peace Atlantic offers a relaxed atmosphere in the always pleasant temperature
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CHEFCHAOUEN

CHEFCHAOUEN

Chefchaouen is a charming small town of about 40,000 inhabitants located about 100kmde Ceuta on the slopes of mountains Tisouka (2050m) and Megou (1616m) of the Rif Cordillera, which rise above the city as two horns, giving his name to the city (Chefchaouen in Berber means "look at the horns"). At about 660m. altitude and with very little car traffic, you can breathe a clear and fresh air that invites a few days to explore the beauty of this place and its environment ..



Medina Chefchaouen - Chefchaouen o o Xauen - is fairly quiet and small. if we enter through one of its five doors and we get carried away by our senses, we will find ourselves flooded with many new sensations as the smells of freshly baked in wood or tagine ready to eat bread.


The wide variety of colors of different products stores and bazaars contrast with the dazzling blue-white houses. The blend of voices and unfamiliar sounds will guide you through the alleys that wind inevitably to the meeting point and rest, Plaza Uta el-Hammam.


Here in the shade of the mulberry tree, you can lounge on the terrace of a restaurant or cafeteria, while observing the comings and goings of passers-by and the beauty of the Grand Mosque and the Kasbah in front.

A few steps away is the Place makhzan with the Parador and the public car park, where you can take a lane that leads northeast to Bab el-Ansar and the source of Ras el-Maa , one of the most beautiful places in Chefchaouen.
We can then run down the soothed by the pleasant sound of water stream and see how women do laundry and how water mills still operating. This lovely walk takes us to Rif Sebbanin, neighborhood laundries with Square Sebbanin mosque and the fifteenth century.


From there you can continue the journey to the center of the Medina, or move towards the modern city in the lower part of the city, or in the direction of the country ... or where your path leads you - for you to do discoveries ...!

Some other ideas for visiting Chefchaouen

- Visit the gardens of the Kasbah and small museum which houses a small collection of antique weapons and instruments, textiles and some historical photos of the city; there is also an art gallery inside the walls.

- Down to the modern city on a Monday or Thursday in order to know the market where the inhabitants of the mountains in traditional dress came to offer their products.

- Mount the small mosque Bouzafar from Jemaa el-Ras Maa to see the sunset.
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IMOUZZER IDA OUTANANE

IMOUZZER IDA OUTANANE

Imouzzer Ida Outanane is a small village located about sixty kilometers from Agadir towards the north. This village is inhabited mainly by Berber (Moroccan ethnicity), called Ida Outanane hence the name of the village. The start of this excursion is done by P8 road to Essaouira on a little over ten kilometers. Then follow the CT 7002, a resinous road calls for caution road. However, visitors can stop along the road to admire the scenery (and palm oasis) and maybe even meet sellers iguanas! Tifrit Valley is one of the finest Moroccan valleys, often described as the Paradise Valley! The village Imouzzer consists of a palm grove, where tourists can stroll, meeting the Moroccan workers. For lovers of regional products, the souk is held on Thursdays and the village became vibrant place populated donkey (local urban transport)! At three kilometers, the valley of Oued Tinkert offers beautiful waterfalls ... careful, they run after rainfall in winter! To avoid disappointment, visitors will complete the tour by Wintimdouine caves, caving real nest! Note: the honey festival that takes place in August and brings together producers and fans of the commodity produced in the region!

The Imouzzer des Ida Outanane region is one of the most pleasant excursions around Agadir leading to the heart of the land of Ida Outanane, a confederation of Berber tribes, who rallied to makhzen the central power in 1927.

Located at the foothills of the western end of the High Atlas, which plunged into the Atlantic near the Cape Rhir, relief is characterized by high limestone plateaus notched grooves varied vegetation which earned him the charming nickname "Valley paradise. "

Village Imouzzer

Perched at an altitude of 1250m, the white houses of the village of IMOUZZER dominate a large depression occupied by a beautiful palm. Beekeeping is one of the main activities of the villagers, including honey scents of flowers, thyme, lavender or cactus is known throughout Morocco. Annual production is estimated at about 120 tons. Roadsides, and in many shops, honey is sold in 150g pot 1 kg; thyme honey, considered the best is the most expensive.

IMOUZZER weekly souk is held every Thursday.

Cascades

Since Immouzzer, a paved road switchbacks down for 4 km before joining the palm trees and waterfalls in operation only from January to March. At the lookout, a shaded by palms, olive and almond trees path winds through the irrigated fields to the waterfalls gushing over several levels flowing along the steep walls of rock.

The largest of them, smooth, bleached by a deposit of limestone, giving it the nickname "the veil married." The natural pools fed by waterfalls, improvised in as many pools of clear water and well ... cool. Guarded parking lot, so pay at the entrance.

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ESSAOUIRA

ESSAOUIRA

Essaouira, the charming harbor and lively resort overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, is a maze of streets and architecture of Portuguese, French and Berber style. Not far away, lovers and families along the beaches of Cape Sim and Sidi Kaouki, which also attract surfers of all kinds. It is also a haven for relaxation. Culture lovers, do not forget to spend a day in Marrakech: a bus will take you there.
Essaouira is an exceptional example of a fortified city in the late eighteenth century, built in North Africa according to the principles of European military architecture of the time. Since its founding, it has been a port of international trade first, linking Morocco and its Saharan hinterland with Europe and the rest of the world.
The medina of Essaouira, formerly known as Mogador (name from the Phoenician word Migdol means "small fortress"), is an outstanding example of a fortified city in the mid-eighteenth century, surrounded by a wall of Vauban style. Built in North Africa according to the principles of European military architecture of the time, in perfect combination with the precepts of architecture and urbanism Arab-Muslim, she played for centuries, the role of harbor International leading trade between Morocco and sub-Saharan Africa to Europe and the rest of the world. The city also offers an example of a multicultural center as demonstrated coexistence, from its inception, various ethnic groups such as the Amazigh, Arabs, Africans, Europeans and multi (Muslims, Christians and Jews). Inseparable from the Medina, Mogador archipelago comprises a large number of cultural and natural sites of outstanding universal value. Its relatively late compared to other foundation medinas of North Africa was the work of Sultan Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Alawi (1757-1790) who wanted to make this small town a Royal Atlantic port and capital of the Moroccan trade with the outside. Long known as the Port of Timbuktu, Essaouira became one of the cornerstones of Atlantic trade between Africa and Europe in the late eighteenth century and throughout the nineteenth century.

ASILAH

ASILAH

the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, a city of dazzling whiteness, Asilah is known for its history and its beaches, its walls, its medina and souks which are its tourist reputation.
The city is completely surrounded by the Portuguese defensive walls that were erected in the 15th century, part of which overlooks the cliffs overlooking the sea.
A marvel, the ancient medina of Asilah seduces visitors with its beauty, its narrow streets and white houses with blue shutters.
Asilah has been recognized for years as the city of arts which has seen many painters and prestigious writers. Their works can be admired directly on the walls of the city.
Asilah is a very busy during the summer season known for its sandy beaches tourist destination, its clear waters and various water activities.
Quiet town on the north coast of Morocco, Asilah is a quiet and beautiful destination on the Atlantic coast. Providing a refuge from the busy cities of Tangier and Tetouan, Asilah has deserted beaches and relaxing, and a clean atmosphere for relaxation. Its buildings are Mediterranean-style whitewashed with hints of blue on the walls and doors homes. The large number of houses decorated with paintings confirms the reputation of the island as a favorite spot for artists.
Very popular for its proximity to the French, the sun and the scenery it offers, Morocco regularly out of his hat a new destination. After Fez, Taroudant, Essaouira, here Assilah, a small town with false air of Greek city, not far from Tangier. Feet in the water, it offers from the ocean white facades encircled by ramparts, this citadel forgotten tourist routes. But it's enough to overcome the walls to see that it is alive and well.


Arab-Andalusian palace restored towers and facades pristine, majestic library, brand new, and a host of art galleries now serve as the backdrop for a contemporary art festival launched in 1978 by two local intellectuals. It attracts each year in July the biggest international artists. American painter Richard Dana, Japanese Mizue Sawano and others have left their indelible dye in the walls of the medina sublime frescoes. In their wake came novelists, poets, filmmakers ... and more curious bewitched by the unreal light.
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