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The history of Marrakech begins with its founding in 1062 by Youssef ben Tachfine, leader of the Almoravid dynasty. They established schools of Quranic theology, thereby conquering all of Morocco. Ben Tachfine is considered to be the father of Morocco. The Almoravid caliph Abd al-Mumin had two mosques built, one of which is the celebrated Koutoubia Mosque, inspired …
Isolated with violent partners, due to lockdowns and restriction measures, many women were exposed to intimate partner and domestic violence. According to the Federation of Leagues for Women’s Rights (FLDF) itself, which estimates that gender-based violence increased by 31.6% during periods of lockdown and health emergency compared to the same period in 2019. This NGO …
The djellaba garment of dignitariesAlthough wearing the djellaba has become widespread, originally it was indeed the garment of dignitaries. Class, elegance, bearing, it subtly clothed the highest-ranked people. In Morocco, the Bzou djellaba is highly prized by high dignitaries. The complexity of its manufacture, the hand-weaving, the finishes, are all factors influencing the djellaba’s price. …
Hotels, cafés and restaurants reopening, an increase in air links… Reassured by the slowdown of the Covid-19 epidemic and the prospect of a vaccine, Morocco is preparing to welcome tourists for holidays with a never-before-seen atmosphere. A deep blue sky, palm trees against the backdrop of the Atlas or the ocean, restaurant terraces where you …
Director of the immunology research laboratory at the University of California, Irvine, the American researcher of Moroccan origin is working on the development of a universal vaccine, effective against all forms of Covid. Exclusive interview. CNN, ABC News, Fox… For the past two months, Professor Lbachir BenMohamed has been omnipresent in the American media and …
The Rif — in Rifian : ⴰⵔⵔⵉⴼ, Arrif (“shore, edge”), is the northern region of Morocco, bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, Algeria to the east, the plains separating it from the Middle Atlas to the south and the Atlantic Ocean to the west. Composed of mountains and plains, the Rif stretches for nearly 500 km from Tangier to the Moulouya. The greater Rif region is subdivided into three areas. The Eastern Rif (Melilla, Driouch, …
Zellige (small polished stone) is a mosaic whose elements are tesserae. These glazed terracotta pieces are cut one by one and assembled on a bed of mortar to form a geometric composition. Zellige appears in Morocco in the 10th century with shades of white and brown. Later, in the 14th century under the Marinid dynasty, …
Traditional Moroccan music finds its roots throughout its history and its millennial origins. In this country where it is easy to get lost in its gastronomy, its breathtaking landscapes, its exceptional architecture, Moroccan music accompanies all of Morocco’s life. Music has been present in Morocco for several centuries; it evolves with the times. You can …
The Moroccan salon has its roots in Muslim Andalusia. It varies depending on the region. The Moroccan salon is representative of Moroccan hospitality and its way of life. It is located in a central area of the house and is richly decorated. Depending on the region, its structure and decorations vary. The best-known is the …
Morocco reopens its borders on Monday, February 7, 2022 after more than 2 months of closure.
Indeed, facing the spread of the virus, Morocco had closed its airspace on November 29, 2021 while health restrictions had even been reinforced.
