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MOROCCO
  General information
Capital Rabat
Currency Moroccan dirham (MAD)
Area 446,550 squares km
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Preference Family and Kids, Couple, Group, Seniors, Single, Biker, Skier, Adventurer, Explorer, Outdoor traveler, Sportsman
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History, Practical info
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The Map of Morocco
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Weather and when to go
The distinct areas of Morocco has a subtropical climate, predominantly Mediterranean character. The Country however consist from different areas (Atlantic Coast on west, Rif mountains in the North, Atlas Mountains in the inland, Sahara Desert to the south & east) with typical climatic conditions. That make many climates across the country in the time. On the other hand, Morocco is a good destination all year round, to catch the sun, experience the charm of the cities or hiking in the mountains.
The north coast and the Rif mountains have a Mediterranean style climate. Hot and usually continuous sunshine between May and September. Warm and sunny days are changed with rainy periods for the rest of the year.
The Atlantic coast Casablanca sees most rain. The heaviest falls are in the winter. Moving south, the Sahara encroaches closer to the coast. The climate is drier and temperatures are higher. The coast is very mild in winter. The snowfall is not unusual. It can be seen all year round on the peaks of the Atlas mountains.
While the cities can get very hot in the summer months, mid-level altitudes are pleasant and it is a pleasure to stay in the mountains.
Top places of interest and picks
Casablanca (Dar el-Beïda)
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Cathedral of Sacre C'ur (Sacred Heart Cathedral) - in Moroccan style
Hassan II Mosque - one of the largest religious building in the world. You can admire also an amazing ornate minaret.
Place Mohammed V - a unique square in the centre of Casablanca
The Medinas - The Old Medina is located near Place Mohammed V. The New Medina is located near boulevard Victor Hugo.
Rabat
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Mamora Forest - the forest consists of cork trees, wild pear trees and eucalyptus trees.
Old medina
Hassan Tower
The Royal Mausoleum
Fes (Fez)
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Fes el-Bali - a medieval city
The Merenid Tombs
Medina (Old town) - Leather-dyeing pits
Tangier
The Kasbah
Mnar Park - waterpark with slides
Agadir
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The holiday resort with a very nice beach
Ouarzazate
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Ait Benhaddou - well preserved Kasbahs (listed in a World Heritage Site by UNESCO). It is a typical town of Saharan Morocco.
Asilah
The Raissouni Palace - the palace was built as a base for pirates.
Marrakech (Marrakesh)
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The El Bahia Palace was built in the end of 19th century. The palace is open daily.
Majorelle Gardens - a large collections of plant form various countries of the world.
Tetouan
The Khalifa Palace - was built in the 17th century in Hispano-Moorish architecture style.
The Medina
The most popular holiday resorts in Morocco
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Trip plan
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