Morocco Day 11 Photo 2

Morocco Day 11

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October 25th 2011
Today dawned bright and beautiful in Essaouira after yesterday’s storms; fortunately there was little evidence of any flooding. We had breakfast on the roof terrace, basking in the sunshine and it was very hot even at that early hour. First item on the agenda for today was a stroll on the beach, paddling in the Atlantic surf. It was wonderful to feel the sun on our backs as we watched the occasi ... read more

Africa » Morocco

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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