Berber cultural center in Morrocco
Berber Cultural Center--- my best experience in Morrocco's Atlas Mountains! Very Local and very homey
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The sun begins to lift its smiling face over the homes of the Imazighen (Berbers). The soundscape of the sunrise in the Amazigh (Berber) village is astonishing, to say the least. A chorus of roosters, the occasional donkey solo, polyrhythmic owl ostinatos, micropolytonal insect drones, various bird counterpoints. The village of Boulaouane awakens from a deep sleep. A donkey and its master trots off to get the life giving water. The women start breakfast and begin kneading the bread. Another day's work awaits. As the Imazighen (Berbers) plant seeds and begin their harvest, the songs of the Tamazight language ring through the land. To sing and to dance, to joke and to laugh this is the way joy mixes with a hard day's work.
For a traveler: an open door and a bed if needed, mint tea and the best food in the house, sometimes a precious gift to be cherished, but the best gift of all is the time the traveler and the villager spent sharing, helping each other and laughing together.
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Marrakesh, also known by the French spelling Marrakech[3] (/məˈrækɛʃ/ or /ˌmærəˈkɛʃ/;[4] Arabic: مراكش, Murrākuš; Berber: Meṛṛakec, ⴰⵎⵓⵔⴰⴽⵓⵛ), is a major city of the Kingdom of Morocco. It is the fourth largest city in the country, after Casablanca, Fes and Tangier. It is the capital city of the mid-southwestern region of Marrakesh-Safi. Located to the north of the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains, Marrakesh is located 580 km (360 mi) southwest of Tangier, 327 km (203 mi) southwest of the Moroccan capital of Rabat, 239 km (149 mi) south of Casablanca, and 246 km (153 mi) northeast of Agadir.
Marrakesh is possibly the most important of Morocco's four former imperial cities (cities that were built by Moroccan Berber empires). The region has been inhabited by Berber farmers since Neolithic times, but the actual city was founded in 1062 by Abu Bakr ibn Umar, chieftain and cousin of Almoravid king Yusuf ibn Tashfin. In the 12th century, the Almoravids built many madrasas (Koranic schools) and mosques in Marrakesh that bear Andalusian influences. The red walls of the city, built by Ali ibn Yusuf in 1122–1123, and various buildings constructed in red sandstone during this period, have given the city the nickname of the Red City or Ochre City. Marrakesh grew rapidly and established itself as a cultural, religious, and trading centre for the Maghreb and sub-Saharan Africa; Jemaa el-Fnaa is the busiest square in Africa.
After a period of decline, the city was surpassed by Fes, but in the early 16th century, Marrakesh again became the capital of the kingdom. The city regained its preeminence under wealthy Saadian sultans Abu Abdallah al-Qaim and Ahmad al-Mansur, who embellished the city with sumptuous palaces such as the El Badi Palace (1578) and restored many ruined monuments. Beginning in the 17th century, the city became popular among Sufi pilgrims for Morocco's seven patron saints, who are entombed here. In 1912 the French Protectorate in Morocco was established and T'hami El Glaoui became Pasha of Marrakesh and held this position nearly throughout the duration of the protectorate until the role was dissolved upon independence of Morocco and the reestablishment of the monarchy in 1956. In 2009, Marrakesh mayor Fatima Zahra Mansouri became the second woman to be elected mayor in Morocco.
Like many Moroccan cities, Marrakesh comprises an old fortified city packed with vendors and their stalls (the medina), bordered by modern neighborhoods, the most prominent of which is Gueliz. Today it is one of the busiest cities in Africa and serves as a major economic centre and tourist destination. Tourism is strongly advocated by the reigning Moroccan monarch, Mohammed VI, with the goal of doubling the number of tourists visiting Morocco to 20 million by 2020. Despite the economic recession, real estate and hotel development in Marrakesh has grown dramatically in the 21st century. Marrakesh is particularly popular with the French, and numerous French celebrities own property in the city. Marrakesh has the largest traditional market (souk) in Morocco, with some 18 souks selling wares ranging from traditional Berber carpets to modern consumer electronics. Crafts employ a significant percentage of the population, who primarily sell their products to tourists. Marrakesh is one of North Africa’s largest centres of wildlife trade, despite the illegality of much of this trade. Much of this trade can be found in the medina and adjacent squares. Tortoises are particularly popular for sale as pets but Barbary macaques and snakes can also be seen.[5][6][7]
Marrakesh is served by Ménara International Airport and the Marrakesh railway station, which connects the city to Casablanca and northern Morocco. Marrakesh has several universities and schools, including Cadi Ayyad University. A number of Moroccan football clubs are located here, including Najm de Marrakech, KAC Marrakech, Mouloudia de Marrakech and Chez Ali Club de Marrakech. The Marrakesh Street Circuit hosts the World Touring Car Championship, Auto GP and FIA Formula Two Championship races.Beautiful places to travel to game :
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The Berber Cultural Center
A small insight into The Berber Cultural Center and the many sights and sounds that surround it.
Recently Morroco has been hit by some turrential weather including high winds and flooding. This being the case, The Berber Cultural Center has sustained damage. WIth your help we hope to have The Center back up and running as quickly as possible!
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Time lapse of the birds at the Berber Cultural Center Morocco
A time lapse of the birds inside the communal area of the Berber Cultural Center near Imintanout in Morocco
EXPLORING MARRAKESH, beautiful life images and scenes (MOROCCO)
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Marrakesh, a former imperial city in western Morocco, is a major economic center and home to mosques, palaces and gardens. The medina is a densely packed, walled medieval city dating to the Berber Empire, with mazelike alleys where thriving souks (marketplaces) sell traditional textiles, pottery and jewelry. A symbol of the city, and visible for miles, is the Moorish minaret of 12th-century Koutoubia Mosque.
Morocco, a North African country bordering the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea, is distinguished by its Berber, Arabian and European cultural influences. Marrakesh’s medina, a mazelike medieval quarter, offers entertainment in its Djemaa el-Fna square and souks (marketplaces) selling ceramics, jewelry and metal lanterns. The capital Rabat’s Kasbah of the Udayas is a 12th-century royal fort overlooking the water.
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Morocco's Amazigh celebrate their New Year 2969
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The Amazigh (Berbers) of Morocco are celebrating their new year in style all over the country.
Once suppressed, this indigenous community is now proudly revelling in its ancient culture and heritage
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In Agadir, in south west Morocco, fireworks are announcing the Amazigh New year 2969.
It is known as Yennayer, the first day of the agrarian calendar used since ancient times by the Amazigh throughout North Africa, from Morocco to Egypt and also in the Sahel counties such as Mali, Niger and Chad.
Indomitable and proud, they call themselves the Amazigh, which is believed to mean free people or noble men, and trace their origins as an indigenous people in western North Africa to at least 10,000 B.C.
They dislike the term Berbers, which stems from Latin and which they find insulting.
Amazigh was recognised as an official language in the 2011 Constitution alongside Arabic, but the Amazigh new year has not yet been recognised officially as a national holiday.
Amazigh associations and activists are putting pressure on the Moroccan government to enact the 2011 constitution fully.
Fatima Tabaamrant, chair of the Tairin w Wakal (love of Earth) Association and a well-known Amazigh artist, believes that more political will is needed for the two languages to reach equal footing in the country.
The constitution mentions the Amazigh language but what is lacking is its implementation. Also, many things are going backwards now even if the constitution made the Amazigh language an official one. Many things need to be addressed now so that we can reach equality between the two official languages, Tabaamrant says.
Neighbouring Algeria, which also has a large Amazigh population, has already declared January 12 a national holiday.
In Niger, the situation of the Amazigh population known as Azawad, has improved over the last years after decades of tension in the north of the country, where they had settled.
The central government has given them greater autonomy to run their affairs.
Nigerien singer Anana Kel Assuf, who took part in the Agadir celebrations, says a lot of progress has been made.
We had lots of the problems in the desert. We did not have water, schools or hospitals. We were forgotten and marginalised but today, things are changing compared to what they were in the past, he says.
In both Libya and Tunisia, the Amazigh have witnessed a drastic improvement in their circumstances, compared to things under former leaders Moamar Gaddafi and Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, respectively.
Today, the rights of the Amazigh are fully recognised and the Amazigh identity is encouraged.
A fashion show in Agadir, part of the Amazigh celebrations, highlights the widespread popularity of the indigenous designs.
Amazigh dresses are very popular when they are modern, light, colourful and have an original touch. Everyone wears them, even those who are not Amazigh, says Amazigh fashion designer, Chafia Maan.
Far from being suppressed, as it used to be in the past, the Amazigh culture is now being celebrated.
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Master storyteller Ahmed Ezzarghani and apprentice Sara are fighting to keep the Moroccan storytelling tradition alive.
Oral storytelling has been an integral part of Moroccan culture for over a thousand years. But now the precious art form is disappearing, due to the availability of new forms of entertainment through modern technology.
Hajj Ahmed Ezzarghani has been telling stories for over five decades. Now in his 70s, the master storyteller has retired from the chaos of Marrakech's famous square, Jemaa el-Fna. He finds new purpose in teaching young apprentices the skills of the ancient art form.
Novice storyteller, Sara Mouhyeddine, dreams of eventually performing in Jemaa el-Fna but soon realises it might be easier said than done in a space traditionally dominated by male performers.
To stand a chance at being able to publicly showcase her skills, Sara must win the approval of Hajj.
As one of a handful of storytellers left in Morocco, Hajj knows it is now up to Sara's generation to save these precious stories, passed down through generations, before it is too late.
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Marrakesh, a former imperial city in western Morocco, is a major economic center and home to mosques, palaces and gardens. The medina is a densely packed, walled medieval city dating to the Berber Empire, with mazelike alleys where thriving souks (marketplaces) sell traditional textiles, pottery and jewelry. A symbol of the city, and visible for miles, is the Moorish minaret of 12th-century Koutoubia Mosque.
Morocco, a North African country bordering the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea, is distinguished by its Berber, Arabian and European cultural influences. Marrakesh’s medina, a mazelike medieval quarter, offers entertainment in its Djemaa el-Fna square and souks (marketplaces) selling ceramics, jewelry and metal lanterns. The capital Rabat’s Kasbah of the Udayas is a 12th-century royal fort overlooking the water.
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High in the Atlas Mountains in central Morocco are remote villages almost entirely dominated by Amazigh women, a result of the geographical divide between the urban and rural poor, the volatility of Moroccan agriculture and lack of regional development. Their menfolk migrate for long periods to do agricultural or city work in other parts of the country.
While the absentee men send money back home, the women are left to care for the children, tend to crops and farm animals without any outside support. Wives can't accompany their husbands, says Fatma Kadjik, from Tiklit village, so married women have to learn to survive on their own.
In 2005, Morocco began its National Human Development Initiative Support Project with a million dollar budget aimed at improving people's living conditions and reducing poverty. By 2014, the overall poverty rate had been cut by about half, but there's still a large gap between urban and rural poverty. Literacy is also low, especially among girls, who are often unable to continue their education beyond primary school.
While life expectancy is not much lower than in Europe, harsh living conditions and poor access to healthcare affect longevity. It's a tough life for these resilient women, especially if as young girls they've been married off early.
Imagine a girl married at the age of 13 or 14 having three or four children. At 19, she already looks 50. She's no longer beautiful and healthy, points out Saida Oukhali, from Oum Rabia.
She and her friend Aicha Jadda were both married at 16 but have since divorced, carrying a stigma in this conservative Amazigh society. We weren't mature enough for the responsibility of marriage, says Saida. Divorce is a big problem. You're exploited and no longer respected.
Ignoring village gossip, these young women now express themselves through music and song, where separation, hardship and women's suffering are recurring themes.
Village women with children have a heavier burden to bear. We never rest. We keep running all day until night falls, says Fatima Kadjik, who lives with her sister-in-law, Hafida. She describes a typical day: Hafida and I wake up at 6am to make bread and get the girls ready for school. After, I take the cow to the field to graze. Then we wash the wheat, lay it to dry and prepare lunch. By then the kids are back from school. I give the cow water and take it to graze.
Her husband, Abdellah Hasbi, acknowledges that this is difficult existence and hopes things will change for the next generation. I'm worried about the younger generation ... Projects should be launched in this region, to create jobs for young people.
Men like Abdellah get seasonal work in farming but Moroccan agriculture is volatile and only 18 percent of the country is arable, adding to these people's vulnerability and insecurity.
While NGOs have stepped in to try and up-skill young people in of these communities - and this is the key to breaking the cycle that locks these women into such an unforgiving way of life. It might ultimately affect traditional Amazigh culture but it would more of the people of the Atlas the chance of becoming more valued members of Moroccan society as a whole.
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VLOG# Palm le Pavillon du Golf Marrakech Morocco - HD 1080p
The palm grove of Marrakech is an important palm grove of the eleventh century north of Marrakech, Morocco. Moroccan natural heritage of nearly 100,000 palm trees, on approximately 15,000 hectares, it is one of the historical highlights of the culture of Morocco, the economy of Morocco, and tourism in Morocco.
Marrakech (in Arabic: مراكش, in Berber: Meṛṛakec, ⵎⴻⵕⵕⴰⴾⴻⵛ), is a city located in the center of Morocco at the foot of the Atlas4 mountains.
Marrakech is nicknamed the red city (in Arabic: المدينة الحمراء, in Berber: iɣṛem azeggʷaɣ) or the ocher city in reference to the red color of a large part of its buildings and houses5.
Marrakech has 928,850 inhabitants according to the 2014 census, spread over an area of 230 km2. The population density reaches 350 inhabitants per hectare in the Medina. It is the fourth largest city in Morocco after Casablanca, Fez and Tangier6. The city is divided into two distinct parts: the historic city (ten kilometers from the city walls) and the new city whose main districts are called Guéliz, L'Hivernage (which concentrates many hotel complexes), Douar el Askar, Sidi Youssef Ben Ali, M'hamid, and Daoudiate7. Guéliz is now the commercial downtown. It was founded by the French during the French protectorate in Morocco. In recent years, the city has expanded in the periphery, especially in the west with the emergence of new residential neighborhoods as for the region of Targa or the extension of the Avenue Mohammed-VI, or north Tamansourt.
MOROCCO - HIKING IN THE ATLAS MOUNTAINS & MEETING THE BERBERS
On our first full day in Marrakesh, Morocco, Katie and I visited the Atlas Mountains (hiking in the atlas mountains) to see how some of the Berbers live traditionally and have tea with one of the many families that opened their homes to show their way of life (meeting the berbers).
We also visited the Ourika Valley and Setti Fatma to meet the people and hike through the mountains to see a waterfall where they spend many days relaxing in the cooler temperatures of the summer heat.
It was an amazing day visiting the cultural history of the country, exploring outside of the tourist centers in Marrakech and Fez.
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*Marrakesh (/məˈrækɛʃ/ or /ˌmærəˈkɛʃ/;[4] Arabic: مراكش Murrākuš; Berber languages: ⴰⵎⵓⵔⴰⴽⵓⵛ Meṛṛakec, French: Marrakech) [5] is a major city of the Kingdom of Morocco. It is the fourth largest city in the country, after Casablanca, Fez and Tangier.[3] It is the capital city of the mid-southwestern region of Marrakesh-Safi. Located to the north of the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains, Marrakesh is situated 580 km (360 mi) southwest of Tangier, 327 km (203 mi) southwest of the Moroccan capital of Rabat, 239 km (149 mi) south of Casablanca, and 246 km (153 mi) northeast of Agadir.
Marrakesh is possibly the second most important of Morocco's four former imperial cities after Fez. The region has been inhabited by Berber farmers since Neolithic times, but the actual city was founded in 1062, by Abu Bakr ibn Umar, chieftain and cousin of Almoravid king Yusuf ibn Tashfin. In the 12th century, the Almoravids built many madrasas (Koranic schools) and mosques in Marrakesh that bear Andalusian influences. The red walls of the city, built by Ali ibn Yusuf in 1122–1123, and various buildings constructed in red sandstone during this period, have given the city the nickname of the Red City or Ochre City. Marrakesh grew rapidly and established itself as a cultural, religious, and trading center for the Maghreb and sub-Saharan Africa; Jemaa el-Fnaa is the busiest square in Africa.
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Marrakesh, also known by the French spelling Marrakech (/məˈrækɛʃ/ or /ˌmærəˈkɛʃ/; Arabic: مراكش, Murrākuš; Berber: ⴰⵎⵓⵔⴰⴽⵓⵛ, Meṛṛakec), is a major city of the Kingdom of Morocco. It is the fourth largest city in the country, after Casablanca, Fez and Tangier. It is the capital city of the mid-southwestern region of Marrakesh-Safi. Located to the north of the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains, Marrakesh is located 580 km (360 mi) southwest of Tangier, 327 km (203 mi) southwest of the Moroccan capital of Rabat, 239 km (149 mi) south of Casablanca, and 246 km (153 mi) northeast of Agadir.
Marrakesh is possibly the most important of Morocco's four former imperial cities (cities that were built by Moroccan Berber empires). The region has been inhabited by Berber farmers since Neolithic times, but the actual city was founded in 1062 by Abu Bakr ibn Umar, chieftain and cousin of Almoravid king Yusuf ibn Tashfin. In the 12th century, the Almoravids built many madrasas (Koranic schools) and mosques in Marrakesh that bear Andalusian influences. The red walls of the city, built by Ali ibn Yusuf in 1122–1123, and various buildings constructed in red sandstone during this period, have given the city the nickname of the Red City or Ochre City. Marrakesh grew rapidly and established itself as a cultural, religious, and trading centre for the Maghreb and sub-Saharan Africa; Jemaa el-Fnaa is the busiest square in Africa.
Also called the Red City or Ochre City.
Marrakesh grew rapidly and established itself as a cultural, religious, and trading centre for the Maghreb and sub-Saharan Africa; Jemaa el-Fnaa is the busiest square in Africa.
After a period of decline, the city was surpassed by Fes, but in the early 16th century, Marrakesh again became the capital of the kingdom. The city regained its preeminence under wealthy Saadian sultans Abu Abdallah al-Qaim and Ahmad al-Mansur, who embellished the city with sumptuous palaces such as the El Badi Palace (1578) and restored many ruined monuments. Beginning in the 17th century, the city became popular among Sufi pilgrims for Morocco's seven patron saints, who are entombed here. In 1912 the French Protectorate in Morocco was established and T'hami El Glaoui became Pasha of Marrakesh and held this position nearly throughout the duration of the protectorate until the role was dissolved upon independence of Morocco and the reestablishment of the monarchy in 1956. In 2009, Marrakesh mayor Fatima Zahra Mansouri became the second woman to be elected mayor in Morocco.
Like many Moroccan cities, Marrakesh comprises an old fortified city packed with vendors and their stalls (the medina), bordered by modern neighbourhoods, the most prominent of which is Gueliz. Today it is one of the busiest cities in Africa and serves as a major economic centre and tourist destination. Tourism is strongly advocated by the reigning Moroccan monarch, Mohammed VI, with the goal of doubling the number of tourists visiting Morocco to 20 million by 2020. Despite the economic recession, real estate and hotel development in Marrakesh has grown dramatically in the 21st century. Marrakesh is particularly popular with the French, and numerous French celebrities own property in the city. Marrakesh has the largest traditional market (souk) in Morocco, with some 18 souks selling wares ranging from traditional Berber carpets to modern consumer electronics. Crafts employ a significant percentage of the population, who primarily sell their products to tourists. Marrakesh is one of North Africa’s largest centres of wildlife trade, despite the illegality of much of this trade. Much of this trade can be found in the medina and adjacent squares. Tortoises are particularly popular for sale as pets but Barbary macaques and snakes can also be seen.
Marrakesh is served by Ménara International Airport and the Marrakesh railway station, which connects the city to Casablanca and northern Morocco. Marrakesh has several universities and schools, including Cadi Ayyad University. A number of Moroccan football clubs are located here, including Najm de Marrakech, KAC Marrakech, Mouloudia de Marrakech and Chez Ali Club de Marrakech. The Marrakesh Street Circuit hosts the World Touring Car Championship, Auto GP and FIA Formula Two Championship races.
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Marrakech, Morocco, IN ONE DAY 14 June 2019. مراكش المغرب | Read what to do. HD
What to do and see in Marrakech, Morocco, in one day. Your quick guide to Marrakech, Marrakech-Tensift-Al Haouz, Morocco. مراكش المغرب
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The sites listed below are what I managed to see on my one full day in Marrakech, Morocco, on 14 June 2019. I had bad luck with El Badi Palace, that was closed due to renovations I heard, and the opening hours of the impressive Medersa Ben Youseff building didn't allow me see the interior. My intention was to included also these two sites in this video.
Marrakech (Arabic: مراكش, , Berber: ⴰⵎⵓⵔⴰⴽⵓⵛ) ) is a major city of the Kingdom of Morocco. It is the fourth largest city in the country, after Casablanca, Fez and Tangier. It is the capital city of the mid-southwestern region of Marrakech-Safi, located to the north of the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains.
What to do and see in one day:
00:06 Call to prayer at Jemaa El Fna
00:32 Koubba Lalla Zohra
00:42 Parc Lalla Hasna & Koutoubia Mosque Minaret
01:02 Saadian Tombs
01:49 Moulay El yazid Mosque
01:54 Les Bains de Marrakech
01:59 Bab Agnaou
02:03 Stork's nest on Bab Agnaou
02:09 Taxi ride out of the Medina to Majorelle Gardens
02:22 Yves Saint Laurent Museum Marrakech
02:27 Majorelle Gardens
03:05 Yves Saint Laurent Memorial
03:10 Majorelle Gardens
03:25 Taxi ride back into the Medina to Mamounia Hotel
03:37 La Mamounia Hotel - the gardens
04:08 La Mamounia Hotel - three course dinner with wine
04:24 Koutoubia Mosque & Ruins of Almohad Mosque
04:30 Koutoubia Mosque from Hôtel Islane Restaurant & Bar
04:35 Souks & night market at Jemaa El Fna
04:50 Jemaa El Fna from Café de France
04:55 Café de France
05:05 Comedy show on big screen at Jemaa El Fna
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Marrakech is possibly the second most important of Morocco's four former imperial cities after Fez. The region has been inhabited by Berber farmers since Neolithic times, but the actual city was founded in 1062, by Abu Bakr ibn Umar, chieftain and cousin of Almoravid king Yusuf ibn Tachfin. In the 12th century, the Almoravids built many Koranic schools and mosques in Marrakech that bear Andalusian influences. The red walls of the city, built by Ali ibn Yusuf in 1122–1123, and various buildings constructed in red sandstone during this period, have given the city the nickname of the Red City. Marrakech grew rapidly and established itself as a cultural, religious, and trading center for the Maghreb and sub-Saharan Africa; Jemaa el-Fna is the busiest square in Africa.
After a period of decline, the city was surpassed by Fez, but in the early 16th century, Marrakech again became the capital of the kingdom. The city regained its preeminence under wealthy Saadian sultans Abu Abdallah al-Qaim and Ahmad al-Mansur, who embellished the city with sumptuous palaces such as El Badi Palace (1578) and restored many ruined monuments. Beginning in the 17th century, the city became popular among Sufi pilgrims for Morocco's seven patron saints, who are entombed here. In 1912 the French Protectorate in Morocco was established and T'hami El Glaoui became Pasha of Marrakech and held this position nearly throughout the protectorate until the role was dissolved upon the independence of Morocco and the reestablishment of the monarchy in 1956.
Like many Moroccan cities, Marrakech comprises an old fortified city packed with vendors and their stalls - the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, bordered by modern neighbourhoods, the most prominent of which is Gueliz. Today it is one of the busiest cities in Africa and serves as a major economic center and tourist destination. Tourism is strongly advocated by the reigning Moroccan monarch, Mohammed VI.
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Marrakech Amurwakech is a beautiful tourist city in Morocco with Amazigh culture
Marrakech is an Amazigh city in the middle of Morocco. Its name is the Amazigh origin. It is Amurwakech which means the land of God. From this name it is called the whole country. Morocco is a coastal city but it is charming with its people, appearance and nature.
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