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Travel Guide to Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech is a city located in the heart of Morocco. This is one of its most important cultural centers. It was founded in 1062 by Yusuf ibn Tashfin, who was the representative of the Almoravids dynasty. Pretty soon Marrakech became an important religious, commercial and cultural center of Andalusia, Maghreb and even a part of sub-Saharan Africa. All four of the dynasties that have been ruling Marrakesh during different periods of time have left their marks on the look of the city.
This town is very popular among tourists, however the residents of Morocco never miss an opportunity to visit this charming place that has such a great atmosphere and location. Among the main attractions of the city we should definitely mention the center of Marrakech - Medina, in which is located the mausoleum of the founder of the city; the palace of Bahia and the Castle Gold Apples. Also don’t forget to visit the central square of the city, Jamaa el Fna, where you can get much entertainment from never stopping dancing, music, daily concerts, acrobatic, illusionary, comedy and literary representations.
In Marrakech you can always find lots of great food, since its main areas feature various cafes, restaurants, stalls with an abundance of food, bistros and bars, which offer visitors a large choice of traditional and exotic cuisine for a small fee.
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Marrakech: Major facts

Number of inhabitants 1.000.000
Local currency Moroccan dirham (MAD) 1 dirham = 100 centimes
Working hours Banks: 08.30-11.30 & 14.30-16.30 Monday-Friday
Business: 09.00-13.00 & 15.00-19.00 Monday-Saturday
Related sites http://www.madein-marrakech.com (Fr)
http://www.marrakech.net
http://www.visitmorocco.org
Emergency telephone numbers Police: 119
Ambulance: +212 (0)524 44 37 24
Fire Brigade: 115
Tourist Police: +212 (0)524 38 46 01

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