i Tourism in Morocco is well developed, with a strong tourist
industry focused on the country's coast, culture, and history. Morocco
has been one of the most politically stable countries in North Africa, which has allowed tourism to develop
With long beaches, fortified fishing ports, lush oases and the High
Atlas Mountains, Morocco’s coasts and countryside offer plenty to
interest travelers. Throw in the imperial cities of Fez, Meknes and
Marrakesh with their superb examples of early Islamic architecture, and
you’ll understand why Morocco is a great travel destination.
Meknes
Meknes is one of the four Imperial cities of Morocco and its name and
fame are closely linked to that of Sultan Moulay Ismail. The sultan
turned Meknes into a impressive city in Spanish-Moorish style,
surrounded by high walls with great gates. While Meknes is an imperial
city with a lot of historical monuments and natural sites it is also the
nearest city to the Roman ruins of Volubilis
Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen (or Chaouen) is a gorgeous mountain city in northeastern
Morocco. The picturesque medina, set against the dramatic backdrop of
the Rif Mountains, is filled with white-washed homes with distinctive,
powder-blue accents. It is a popular shopping destination offering many
native handicrafts that are not available elsewhere in Morocco, such as
wool garments and woven blankets. The goat cheese native to the area is
also popular with tourists. The region around Chefchaouen is one of the
main producers of cannabis in Morocco. Hashish is subsequently sold all
over town, but is mostly the domain of native Chaouenis.
