One of the largest cities in Morocco, Marrakesh was formerly one of the country's imperial cities. Marrakesh was founded in the 11th century by the Almoravides, a Berber dynasty who turned the city into an important center of commerce, religion, philosophy and culture. Under Almoravide rule, red sandstone walls, lavish palaces and Koranic schools were built of which much can still be seen today. During the 1960s,
Marrakesh was known as a "hippie mecca," attracting famous celebrities such as The Beatles, Yves Saint Laurent and the Rolling Stones. Comprised of beautiful old architecture and courtyards of orange, palm, apricot and olive trees, Marrakesh today is still one of Africa's most popular tourist destinations. At the heart of the Marrakesh is the Medina, a labyrinth of old walls and narrow passageways packed with historic sites, museums, enticing food stalls and colorful souks, or markets. The focal point of the Medina is Djemaa El-Fna, the main square, buzzing with snake charmers, musicians, acrobats, storytellers, magicians and stalls selling the likes of carpets, leather, pottery, hookahs and spices.
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| Agdal Gardens |
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| Medina walls of Marrakesh |
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| Locally made hats |
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| El Badi Palace |
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| Back courtyard of the Bahia Palace |
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| Saadian Tombs |
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