The Hassan Tower and Mosque

Morocco!!

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February 7th 2009
We have just left Morocco and I can hardly describe the amazing, and almost other-worldly, experience. But before I get to Morocco, I have to explain our interesting arrival. First of all, we lost a day in Morocco because of a storm in the Straits of Gibraltar, where we were attempting to refuel. I say “attempting” because the seas were so rough that the refueling station was just too difficul ... read more

Africa » Morocco » Grand Casablanca » Casablanca

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In 788, about a century after the Arab conquest of North Africa, successive Moorish dynasties began to rule in Morocco. In the 16th century, the Sa'adi monarchy, particularly under Ahmad AL-MANSUR (1578-1603), repelled foreign invaders and inaugurate... ... read more