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CASABLANCA

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November 17th 2014
CASABLANCA. 17 November, 2014. Blue sky, finally. We departed Marrakech by a good train this morning at 10.45 for the three hours ride to Casablanca. The train was busy, but left punctually which was a little surprising as many things appear haphazard, but in reality seem to work smoothly. The scenery was interesting, low rolling hills with little natural foliage. The land was extensively cl ... 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