Travel ideas for Morocco - unique sights, worth Guinness records

In Morocco there is the unique dune beach Blanche - one of the most beautiful and most man-made beaches in the world. The desert coast is covered with the bright fine sand, which runs into the grandiose dunes and forms the incredibly beautiful desert landscape. Blanche is often referred to as the 'little son of Sahara'. The wilderness has the impressive size and is characterized by the harsh climate.
These peculiarities of the coast do not detract the tourists who are looking for a quiet holiday. The boat rental is the easiest way to get to the beach. Some travel friends choose the more complicated variant and go on the coast with the jeeps. The latter option is particularly appealing to the tourists who like the exciting safaris and the long journeys or who want to get to know the many deserts.
Blanche beach is deserted and quite quiet. The strong waves on the coast are the most rare phenomenon here. Blanche is one of the hottest beaches in the world. In front of the glowing sun you can only protect the shadow of the umbrella. ... Complete sights collection

The tourists, who are planning to visit Casablanca, are not to overlook the religious main attraction of Morocco, the Hassan II mosque. It is located in the incredibly beautiful terrain, on the coast of the Atlantic. One can find 105,000 people in the mosque and on the adjacent territory. The height of the only minaret of the mosque is 210 meters. The project of the unique mosque was designed by the architect Michel Pinseau.
His grandiose project was realized at the shortest deadlines. In only thirteen years the huge mosque was completely built and received the first faithful in 1993. The main particularity of the mosque is its location. It was not built on the natural coast, but on the artificial platform and is literally above the water. The floor of the mosque is made of the high-strength glass, so you can see through it the waves of the ocean and its underwater inhabitants.
The large halls of the mosque, estimated at 25,000 people, are decorated with fine marble and granite furnishings. In the central hall you can see the giant chandeliers created by the best Venetian masters. The tall pink granite columns, the floor with gold-colored marble, the magnificent onyx furnishings - the design of the mosque is really luxurious and yet natural. The entrance to the mosque criterion is not only for the Muslims, but also for those interested in what makes the Hassan II Mosque one of Morocco's most popular sights. For more than twenty years, the magnificent mosque has been the highest religious building in the world. Its highest minaret is adorned with marvelous mosaic and stone carving. ... Complete sights collection

In Morocco, on the slopes of the Reef Mountains, is a wonderful city of Chefchaouen. Its main attraction are old houses, whose walls are traditionally painted blue. This interesting tradition is associated with the first settlers of these places, the Jews. In the second half of the 15th century. Fleeing from the Spanish Inquisition, they founded a small settlement in the mountains. Despite the fact that the first tenants left their ancient stone houses long ago, the tradition to paint the walls in blue remained.
The history of the city is very interesting. Until 1920 it remained closed to foreigners. From the time of its founding and until this time the city was visited by only three foreigners. Partly, that's why Chefchaouen has been able to preserve its unique culture and original way of life. Today the city is popular with foreign tourists, especially with travellers from Spain. The fact is that many locals speak Spanish. Traditions that were established in the colonial times had a significant influence in gastronomic traditions of the city.
Experienced travellers recommend visiting the fabulous "blue city" in April or early May. At this time you can see a lot of flowering plants in the streets. Beautiful flowers in pots adorn the facades of old houses and narrow streets, giving them an even more fabulous look. In cloudy weather, the city is often enveloped in clouds. Many tourists visit Chefchaouen specifically to make spectacular photos. The population of the city is relatively small and is about 36 000 people. It is through the efforts of local residents that it is possible to maintain its architecture in its original state. ... Complete sights collection

Marrakech is the most visited and colourful city in Morocco, whose historic center is famous all over the world thanks to incredible architectural sights and lively markets. In 1985, the Medina of Marrakesh was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many tourists know it under the unofficial name 'Red City'. The thing is that old clay buildings and fortifications with red walls are the most important landmarks of the old town.
The central square of Medina is Djemaa el Fna, life on which does not freeze literally for a minute. This is the largest place in Africa. Today it is hard to imagine that in this picturesque and busy square criminals were executed a few centuries ago. Here you can always meet sellers of sweets and water, as well as acrobats and dancers who present their talents. The most interesting act begins on the square at dawn, when it turns into a huge open-air restaurant. There are mangal and vats everywhere, in which traditional national dishes (meat and rice) are cooked.
In the immediate vicinity of the square are many unique historical and religious objects. The most popular sites are the Bahia Palace and the Mosque of Kutubia. An ordinary walk through the narrow alleyways of Medina gives a lot of unforgettable impressions. Here, one can discover interesting souvenir shops and restaurants, where guests are offered the most popular national dishes. ... Complete sights collection

The amazing city of Chefchaouen also known to many under the unofficial name of Blue City, is situated in Morocco. It owes a name to its unique architecture. Like many hundreds of years ago, locals live in old stone houses with walls painted blue. Streets look like works of art. While walking there, you can see thousands of different shades of blue.
The history of the city is simply amazing. It was founded in 1471 by Spanish, Jewish, and Muslim exiles. Away from home, they decided to create a town similar to their homeland. The city was built in a remote mountainous area. For hundreds of years, mountains and rocks have served as a safe natural defense. The blue color, which the townspeople paint their houses, is a reminder about the importance of the Jewish tradition. Blue color is sacred for Jews; it reminds them of the sky and God. For hundreds of years, the city has remained closed for gentiles, that is why it was able to save its unique identity after more than 500 years.
A difficult and rather long journey waits for travelers who want to visit this wonderful Moroccan city. The easiest way to get to Chefchaouen is to start from the nearby city of Tangier. A car or bus ride takes about five hours. Patient travelers will be rewarded. They will be able to stroll through azure streets, glimpse into the hidden courtyards decorated with live flowers, and visit nice shops and buy original Moroccan souvenirs. ... Complete sights collection

The biggest renting area of the mall in Africa is in Casablanca. Its' name is "Morocco Mall". The mall is situated in the incredibly beautiful building with an unusual design of the roof. Outside there is a landscaped garden with a number of exotic plants, imitations of waterfalls and fountains. There you can find no more than 350 shops but a lot of tourists come here not only for shopping.
An enormous aquarium is set up in the central atrium. Its volume is over one million litres. Several dozens of fish species live there: from tiny to quite enormous. Hundreds of people come here to look at them every day. "Morocco Mall" is situated in a picturesque coastal area. A lot of people come here to relax in the beautiful garden and to enjoy with the panorama. As others big shopping malls "Morocco Mall" offers a lot of entertainment.
It has a huge skating rink, a roofed entertainment centre for children with different arcades and a wonderful cinema. Your day will be great if you spend it in the mall. A great number of restaurants and cafes at every taste and budget will please each visitor. Also, you can enjoy the garden, to sit near the music fountain and to feast eyes on fish in the artificial pound. "Morocco Mall" is a real picturesque oasis where it is a pleasure to relax on a hot day. A good addition to this recreation will be the shopping. In the mall you can find different world known brand shops. ... Complete sights collection

Taroudant city is situated in the southern part of Morocco. The town is known as the "Grandmother of Marrakesh" because it looks like a small Marrakesh. The main peculiarity of the town is the powerful walls, that were saved from the Medieval times. The first town was established there more than a thousand years ago. Taroudant flourished in 16th-17th centuries. As earlier, today the town is the trade center. There you can buy rare Moroccan spices, handicraft products, awesome fabrics, jewelry and even clothes and shoes from locals.
However, tourists visit this town not only for shopping but also to adore with its historical landmarks. The fortress walls are 7 meters high and 5 thousand meters long. These walls hide a fabulous town with a number of old buildings, long alleys, orange and olive gardens.
It is a real oasis among all Moroccan deserts. Taroudant holds the leading positions in the country. There was work out a large number of excursions. Tourists can see the most outstanding palace complexes or even walk in the large citrus gardens in Sous-River valley. If you want to buy the unusual and memorable souvenirs, you have to visit the local jewelry shops. Jewelers make there their items right in the shop. That’s why if you are looking for something unique, you can make an order in such shop. Also, Taroudant is a good place where you can buy a quality carpet. ... Complete sights collection

In Casablanca you can see the greatest Hassan II Mosque that was built only in 1993. In size, it is in the seventh place in the word and the only one in Morocco. Minaret’s high is 210 metres – that is a world record. Its unusual thing is a laser beam fitted at the top, which is electronically operated in the evening. It is oriented towards Mecca, across the sea. Hassan II Mosque was built right on the seaside on a special brow that borders on the Atlantic Ocean.
The floor of the mosque is partly consisting from the glass. Through this glass, you can see the sea bottom. The Mosque inside capacity is 25 000 people, outside area can have up to 80 000 people. If you once can visit this mosque, you will remember it forever. The best time for visiting it inside during the ebb and flood. At this time the waves bump the walls and people inside have the feeling that the mosque sails like a ship.
Michel Pinseau, a famous French architect, was the author of this wonderful mosque. He tried to depict all main details of traditional features of Arabo-Spain architecture that was popular in the Medieval. Approximately there was spent about 800 million USA dollars for the building. The best materials and accessories for the mosque were brought from the whole world. The marble was taken from Agadir and granite from Tafraoute. The luxurious chandeliers were made by a special order in Venice. ... Complete sights collection

A beautiful synagogue is located in Casablanca. It is known to locals and tourists as the temple of Beth-El. Its main feature is the chic interior decoration. Elaborate stained glass windows adorn the building. You can see the beautiful hand-crafted furniture and other unique design elements everywhere inside. The synagogue building is built in the best traditions of Art Deco. Narrow high windows, carved rosettes, and elegant black domes decorated with gilding adorn it.
This synagogue is the oldest in the country. It is considered the central synagogue even though more than 30 synagogues operate in Casablanca today. It was built in the heart of the old Jewish community. Massive carved wooden doors adorn the entrance to the synagogue today as they did many years ago. The temple of Beth-El serves as not only a religious but also a cultural center, like many other major synagogues. Children's Sunday school operates in it. Children from 4 to 6 years old can attend it. The spacious prayer hall is also often used for various social events.
A large beautiful park with various playgrounds and attractions for children is located next to the building. This place has long been the best way to relax on a weekend for residents. Beth El temple has been involved in various charity events for a long time. Its parishioners collect things and bring food for the poor. There is a special calendar in the synagogue. You can explore the events planned for the near future in it. You can also learn about the most important religious holidays. ... Complete sights collection

There is a symbolic historical monument in the Moroccan city of Rabat. It remained unfinished. This is Hassan Tower. It was built by order of Emir Yaqub al-Mansur in 1195. It was planned to build a tower with a height of 86 meters. It was supposed to be the tallest Islamic building in the region when completed. However, it was possible to complete the tower only to 44 meters. Its construction stopped after the death of the Emir in 1199.
In addition to the tower itself, it was also planned to build a large mosque. But this project of the Emir was also not destined to be realized. The total area of the mosque according to the project was supposed to be about 25,000 square meters. Its construction also stopped after the death of the Emir. It was possible to build only part of the building. It was dismantled by locals afterward. They used stones to build their houses.
More than 250 columns and a lot of rubble are all that remains of the ancient mosque building today. Despite its incomplete construction, the Hassan Tower is considered one of the most beautiful minarets in the world today. It was built of rare pink sandstone. Decorative bas-reliefs adorn the tower. It is located in the heart of the historic district. Rabat's outstanding landmarks surround the tower. Many experienced tourists note that it is most interesting to admire the minaret at sunset. The rays of the setting sun make all its architectural features clearer at this time. ... Complete sights collection