CHEFCHAOUEN, THE BLUE DIAMOND & Shopping in Ouarzazate
Built on a mountainside, Chefchaouen is a city with a special vibes. It unique charm gives an impression of unreality. With its blue-rinsed houses, the whole city seems to be bathed in azure. You walk around as if you were in a dream.
More than just an ornament, the beautiful Chefchaouen brims with attractions. Its heritage is rich. The inescapable Medina with its famous narrow winding alleys, is an opportunity to mingle with the local population, and to smell and taste delights: from freshly baked bread, to skillfully prepared tagines. There is also the Kasbah which stands in the middle of the old quarter: its lush gardens, located in the center of thecity, are a haven of freshness. Its museum which is home to a collection of old weapons, some photos of the city, and textiles, is a must-see.
Boasting its unique geographical position, Chefchaouen is a paradise for walkers. The paths of the surrounding mountains offer pleasant hiking activities. You’ll explore a new side of Morocco, that of the Rif mountain range, as you stroll them.
Buying a multitude of typical objects such as pottery, daggers and carpets, or visit their places and learn how to make some at home, these are some of the activities offered to you in Ouarzazate, Zagora and Tinghir and their surroundings. Their authenticity and cultural richness will impress you !
In this unexplored region and preserved nature, uncover the know-how of its craftsmen. These Moroccan cities, as well as all the other cities of the region, are home to a rich heritage and allow the discovery of a myriad of objects and creations typical of the country, but also more specifically of this region.
Admire the jewellery and carpets made by the capable hands of the Amazigh, explore a rose water distillation factory in Kelaa M'Gouna or a typical pottery in the towns of Tamegroute and Zagora. If you’re curious enough to know more about the manufacture of wrought iron in Tinghir, a multitude of discoveries await you in these charming cities of southern Morocco. Visit also the AZLAGT cooperative to discover the dagger making process, or Taznakhte to admire the carpets.
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