MOROCCO: CUSTOMS AND TRADITIONS

MOROCCO: CUSTOMS AND TRADITIONS

Morocco is a supreme marvel of ancient customs and traditions. It is a land full of contrasts, colour and mystery from harsh mountains and barren deserts to magnificent beaches and modern cities. Its Mediterranean climate - hot summers and mild winters lend itself to many activities including Golf, Tennis, Riding Clubs, Water-skiing, Sailing, Scuba diving, Hunting, Hiking and Camel treks.

In Morocco, Moorish, Arab, Berber customs and traditions merge together with Islamic culture to yield a unique Moroccan mix. Whether swimming along the Mediterranean coast, touring ancient Roman and Arabic monuments, or trekking on a desert safari, Morocco offers you a unique glimpse into a timeless culture. French, Spanish English are widely spoken as well as traditional Arabic.

Morocco boasts a fantastic variation in terrain and vegetation with fertile plains near its Atlantic coast, many dramatic mountains and The Sahara Desert. Winters are mild and the summers are hot and dry.

The Moroccan food is delicious and nutritious; the most famous dish is couscous, semolina served with different vegetables and lamb. Green tea with mint is the first preferred drink of all Moroccans. From the small local snacks in the fishermen villages to the chic restaurants of the marinas, you'll be able to enjoy a large variety of seafood. There are also numerous seasonal restaurants in the region serving Moroccan and international cuisines.

The Moroccan Mediterranean experience is unique, in front of a blue-crystal Mediterranean sea and at less than 15 minutes from Europe. The capital of the Moroccan Mediterranean, Tangier, is the closest African city to Europe. Tangier unites the interests of a traditional city with its medina and souks with the ability to enjoy Magnificent sandy beaches both on the Atlantic and Mediterranean side.

Most traditional Moroccan medinas offer a good variety of craft and typical Moroccan shopping. You will like here picturesque views on the medinas, the delightful coolness of the narrow little tree-lined streets to be explored for shopping.

Morocco is really an absolute splendor where everybody is welcome to witness the hospitality of its people and their unparalleled friendliness.