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Waving the Morrocan Flag

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February 2nd 2008
We had a slight sleep in today and got up at ten for breakfast. Our primary goal for today was figuring out the onward part of our journey. We knew that Essaouira was our next stop, so we walked to the bus station to get the tickets. Lonely Planet said that there were nine daily buses there with a company called CTM who charged 60dh. Just as soon as we stepped foot in the entrance of the station, ... read more

Africa » Morocco » Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz » Marrakech

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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