Rocking Out

Men entertain in the Souk with traditional songs. They didn't know Smoke on the Water.

September 1st 2018
There I was, a lone woman in a sea of men, sitting in a café. We are all facing in the same direction, towards the street, sipping Moroccan mint tea from impossibly tiny cups, and watching the world go by. No one bothers me. No one stares at me. No one acknowledges me. It's a little weird. But I like it. Later in the day I ask, "Where are all the women?" My newly hired fixer seemed startled by ... 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

22nd October 2018

Dancing Dave
David Hooper

Marrakesh
Mmmm. You convey the sights, sounds and smells so well Andrea. Pleased to hear the underbelly of Morocco is still ancient...and fascinating.

23rd October 2018

cabochick
Andrea

Hello Dancer! Glad to hear from you! Enjoyed Morocco immensely. Only regret was not enough time.

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