Henna is used for its medicinal virtues and to beautify women. In the Maghreb it is used during ceremonies such as weddings, baptisms, engagements…
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Calligraphy
Calligraphy is an ancient art that appeared at the beginnings of Islam. It was used to write all kinds of books with exceptionally beautiful script. Morocco has used it for over 1000 years in its writing but also to adorn its monuments and works of art. It allows sacred writings to be presented in all their splendor. It is found in all Arab-Muslim countries.
The Moroccan Desert
The desert is present in several African countries, notably Morocco.
Marrakech is the main departure point for reaching the Moroccan Sahara. The two most important areas of the Moroccan Sahara are Zagora and Merzouga.
Moroccan Culture
Morocco is a great millennia-old kingdom that combines ancestral culture and modernity. This authentic country with breathtaking landscapes, where culture is very much alive and present, offers a grand experience. At the cutting edge of technology, Morocco has been able to evolve and embrace the modern world without losing its traditions. Moroccans are very attached to their cultures.
Moroccan culture is expressed through its history, its craftsmanship and its gastronomy.
The Moroccan tagine, a whole culinary art
The tagine is a cooking utensil but also a traditional Moroccan dish.
Ramadan in Morocco
Ramadan has begun in Morocco. It is a sacred period when people will fast for 29 or 30 consecutive days according to the lunar calendar.
Argan oil
Argan oil or argane oil is a vegetable oil produced from the kernels of the argan tree’s fruit. The argan tree is an emblematic tree found in the south of Morocco, in the Souss-Massa region.
This oil has been produced for centuries by the Berber women of this region. For centuries this oil has been used for culinary, cosmetic and medicinal purposes. Worldwide, it has only been used for about ten years.
Today argan oil is an essential product in cosmetics and medicine.
It is used to hydrate the skin, regenerate it and fight its aging. It is also used to moisturize the hair, make it stronger and more supple. This oil is perfect to tame curly hair. These virtues are recognized worldwide.
Argan oil contains vitamins A, C, E, it is antioxidant and contains fatty acids.
The argan oil used in cosmetics has virtues against hair loss, eczema, and skin dehydration.
It is also used in cooking. It is appreciated for preparing typical Moroccan dishes. This oil is very nutritious; Moroccans like to consume it in a mixture based on almonds and honey called amlou.
Argan oil is also recognized for its medicinal virtues. It has properties to repair the skin barrier, to heal wounds and also anti-inflammatory effects and possibly anti-cancer properties.
All these qualities make argan oil an exceptional product. Since 2009, at the request of Morocco, argan oil has been registered by the European Union as an agricultural product protected by a geographical indication. The practices and know-how associated with it are also registered on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage.
The Moroccan Babouche
A babouche is a soft, comfortable leather shoe worn in the Arab-Muslim world. In Morocco the babouche has been worn for centuries. This traditional shoe has managed to transcend eras and find its place in the modern world.
Moroccan Pastry
The sweet delights that line Moroccan tables form an extraordinary mosaic of the senses.
