Marrakech -> home Photo 4

Marrakech -> home

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May 1st 2009
A few of us leaving Marrakech later in the day walked to Menara Garden in the morning, a popular local hangout. We unknowingly took the less scenic route through the industrial area on the way over but its lagoon and villa-style pavilion offered a peaceful retreat. The view of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains in the background was incredible; too bad it was a bit hazy that day. We walked back ... read more

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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