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Morocco is an African country of varied diversity and a getaway for epic mountain ranges, long stretches of sweeping deserts, ancient cities topped with warm hospitality. With the best tourist places to visit in Morocco, the famous Saharan Desert sand dunes and the sly touching peaks of the High Atlas are few of the geographical wonders that you only get to see in Morocco. This side of North Africa is a camouflage of lyrical landscapes, patterned and colored rugs, mountains like the Rif, the High Atlas and suntanned ranges leading to Saharan desert and Ancient Medinas. The cities in Morocco’s have some most timeless, centuries old buildings and monuments, taking you to a trail of ancient history. The winding medina maze of Fez and the carnivalesque street- theatre of the Djemaa el-Fna in Marrakesh are some of the most appreciated work of ancient times but the list is never ending in Morocco if it is about ancient medinas.


The heritage trip to ancient medina gets a twist in the glitzy town of Casablanca, Tangier and Rabat of Morocco where designs are more urban. Hike up the North Africa’s highest peak, embark on a camel trekking in the Sahara Desert or learn to roll couscous and get lost in the bustling souks while shopping or the distinctive medinas while strolling. Sleep in a boutique riads or laze on the panoramic terraces, and eat the flavorsome delicacies; there are endless things to do and the best tourist places to visit in Morocco. It is bordered by Spain to the north, Western Sahara to the South and Algeria to the east. Morocco has a mixed Arab and Berber population and the colorful young crowd is more in number. It is weaved around many ancient stories, sprawled in the sub Saharan Africa, Europe and the wilder Middle East in entirety.

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Morocoo FAQ's

When is the best time to visit Morocco?

Morocco can be best visited during the months of autumn (September and October) and during the months of winter (November to February), while spring is the time, when it's green everywhere.  The temperatures are cooler and pleasant for sightseeing. Autumn is an ideal season for visiting the Atlantic coast and embarking on a hike in the mountains, during the winter season from November onwards the temperature starts to fall and Essaouira becomes very windy.

How to reach Morocco?

If you are travelling from India then there are several flights to places like Casablanca, Marrakech and Rabat (Capital of Morocco). You can avail direct and indirect flights from Delhi and Mumbai for Morocco. 

Do I need a visa for Morocco? How does one get a Morocco visa?

There is a list of countries which are listed for ‘no visa requirement’ but if you are travelling from India to Morocco, you need to apply for visa as India is not one of those countries which fall under the ‘no visa requirement’ list.
In order to get the visa, Morocco state embassy in your country is usually the first port of call. Mail the required documents with the filled application wherever stated and it generally takes 5 to 7 business days to process if everything is fine in your application. A 90 day or a 3 months permit can maximum be obtained on your visa.

What is the currency of Morocco and where can I get my money exchanged?


Denoted as MAD or Dhs, the Moroccan Dirham is the official currency of Morocco. The Moroccan Dirham is composed of 100 centimes; notes are available in denominations of (Dhs) 200, 100, 50, 25, and 20, and coins are available in denominations of (Dhs) 10, 5, 2 and 1, or 50, 20, 10 and 5 centimes.
One can get it exchanged from different currency exchange outlets at the Airport. Also, look for an official Bureaux de Change which is identifiable by a golden sign and do not exchange it with any local or unauthorized organization.



Which are the major tourist attractions in Morocco?


There are myriads of attractions in Morocco, the famous ones are:
•     Hassan II Mosque - commissioned by King Hassan II to be the most ambitious structure ever built in Morocco.
•     Hassan Tower – a world heritage site
•     Roman city of Volubilis
•     Fes- Medina Fes is Morocco's other big cultural destination where leather products are made.
•     Bab Mansour, the Sahrij Souani Bassin, and the Mulay Ismail Mausoleum in Meknes
•     High Atlas, the highest peak of North Africa.
•     Tangier: Tangier has a fascinating appearance with architectural works like
•     Chefchaouen is a gorgeous labyrinth of blue-on-blue buildings that is a picture perfect destination.

 

What are the things to do in Morocco?

There are countless things to do when you visit a foreign place and Morocco definitely has some unique way of treating your travel on a different level altogether.
•     Take a scrub bath at a local hammam
•     Eat a kebab alongside snake charmers in the Marrakech medina
•     Stroll through the blue streets of Chefchaouen
•     Buy leather souvenirs from tanneries in Fes.
•     Dine out at Djemaa el Fna
•     Discover the Saharan sandscape in the Sahara Desert
•     Surf in Taghazout, the most popular surfing town, just north of Agadir.
•     Encounter the rarest of the floras in Majorelle Gardens in Marrakech
•     Trek the High Atlas
•     Visit Hassan II Mosque and stay in a riad
•     Skii in Oukaimeden

What is the local food of Morocco? Which are the best places to taste this food?


The food in Morocco is legendary and there are some which you should never return without trying.
•     Tagine
•     Couscous
•     Harira
•     Makouda
•     B’stilla
•     Mint tea         
•     B’ssara
•     Kefta tagine
•     Zaalouk

 

What is the best public transport to commute around Morocco?


•     Petit Taxi: The multicolored metered petit taxis are available in cities and bigger towns; one petite taxi is allowed to only carry three passengers at a time.
•     Bus: The large cities of Morocco have public bus services and you can avail a ticket for as less as Dh5.
•     Grand Taxi: The shared Mercedes on the Moroccan roads can give you a ride of a lifetime.
•     Pick-up Truck & 4WD: These modes of transports are for the remote areas, such as the Atlas Mountains, and other remote villages.
•     Trains: Trains can be availed to travel intercity or interstate.

Do I need to have any vaccinations before the trip to Morocco?


The routine vaccines that are every traveler needs include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, polio vaccine, and your yearly flu shot.
It is also recommended that you should get travel vaccines like Hepatitis A and Typhoid because there is a risk of these diseases through contaminated food and water in Morocco.

What is the local language in Morocco and which are the most commonly used greetings?

The two languages which are commonly spoken are Moroccan Arabic and French.  
The commonly used greeting are Hello (es salaam alaikum- in Arabic), Please (Afaka, when speaking to a woman, say Afik and to a group afakum), Thank you very much (shukran bezze), Good night (tisbah ala khair).

Which are the best shopping places in Morocco and what are they famous for?

The aromatic fumes of spices and the authentic leather products are definitely piqued your attention in the famous Moroccan markets, some which are listed below:

  • Marrakech offers the most famous souks in Morocco.
  • Fes is making and selling craft items, where the tourist crowd is less as compared to Marrakech and you can get good bargains over the product.
  • Merzouga, have coops where the goods are locally made by Berbers.
  • Essaouira has laid back atmosphere which is now being loved for a relaxed shopping experience

Which are some famous beach destinations in Morocco?


Assembled below are some of the famous beach destination in Morocco where sea surfing and kite surfing are some of the regular activities that you will found in this country.
•     Asilah
•     Dakhla
•     Cabo
•     Mediterrania Saïdia
•     Negro
•     Tangier
•     Essaouira
•     Agadir
•     Martil
•     Bouznika
•     Saidia
•     Rabat

Why is the University of Al-Karaouine famous? When was it established and where is situated in Morocco?


The University of Al-Karaouine  is located in Fes, Morocco.  This university originally was a mosque founded in 859 by Fatima al –Fihri and is considered the oldest continuously -operating degree-granting university in the world by the Guinness Book of World Record.

How to reach Casablanca from Rabat? Which are must visit places in Casablanca?

The distance between Casablanca and Rabat is around 85 KM by road. There can be several ways through which you can reach Casablanca from Rabat.
By train: You get a train ride for Casa- voyageurs from Gare Rabat village for a ticket price ranging between INR 250 to 500 after every 30 minutes and the travelling time is around an hour and 10 minutes. 
By Taxi: Taxi is estimated to take around an hour time and the cost can be INR 3500 to 4000
By the Grand Taxi: The grand taxi is operated after every hour between the two stations and costs INR 400 to 600 per person. 

The famous places which fall under the category of ‘must-visit’ sights in Casablanca are:
• Medina
• Corniche
• Place Mohamed V
• Cathedrale du Sacre Coeur
• Safi
• Mohammedia
• Central Market
• Oualidia
• Azemmour

 

Which are some famous mosques in Morocco?


Morocco is a land of ancient monuments and sacred mosques, some of the famous one are listed below:
• Bab Berdieyinne Mosque.
• Bou Inania Madrasa.
• Hassan II Mosque Casablanca, Morocco.
• Koutoubia Mosque Morocco.
• Mosque of Mulai Idris.
• Sidi Bou Abib Mosque.
• Great Mosque of Taza Morocco.
• Tangier Grand Mosque.

Which part of Morocco is covered with desert? What are the major desert attractions of Morocco?


Most of the southeast portion of the country is in the Sahara desert. Sme of the places one should visit in the desert region of Morocco are:
• Erfoud: It is the small city also called as the Gate of Sahara, located on the way of Erg Chebbi Dunes.
• Ouarzazate: It is also considered the capital of South and has preserved the feel of an ancient city.
• Nkob: This small Berber town southeast of Agdz is surrounded by palm groves and is full of old Kasbahs.
• Zagora: It is a small desert town south of Ouarzazate.

    Here are the best tips Thrillophilia has to offer for your trip to Morocco


    • Tipping is an integral part of Moroccan lifestyle, so keep a lot of change.
    • Take an official tourist guide through a tourist office and do not engage a false guide.
    • Bargaining in Souks is a friendly game, be a sport and show your skills.
    • Spring is when the country is covered in lush green vegetation, which makes it an ideal time to go. But Ramadan is an interesting period to visit Morocco; however, you can find most of the cafes and shops closed during Ramadan.
    • Petite and Grand Taxis are the best way to travel in Morocco.

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