Morrocan Lamps in the Medina

The Magic of the Marrakech Medina

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November 22nd 2016
There are many things to note about Marrakech, especially it's most central hub and meeting place which is the Jemaa el-Fnaa square. At first I had mixed feelings about the city and couldn't quite warm to it but regardless of my first impressions I allowed myself a few days to settle and find my bearings. It's one of those places that can grow on you quite quickly and luckily for me, it d ... 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