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With much diversity in the range of geographical terrain and character, there is much to experience in Morocco. Be it the coastal regions of the country or the mountainous regions of Atlas ranges or the exotic location of the Great Sahara desert or the traditional, imperial cities of Morocco, there is much to see here. While every region in Morocco has something unique to offer, there are certain popular tourist attractions in Morocco, which must be included in your itinerary. While some of these trips can be short, there is much option for longer excursions in and around the cities as well, depending on your duration of stay, your personal style and your budget. Whether you decide to experience Morocco on foot, by road or by air, the country offers much scope in the process. The distinct global culture of the country is sure to enchant you, not only in terms of the Moroccan hospitality, but also in terms of the popular places you must visit. Some of the important tourist attractions in Morocco include the imperial cities of Rabat, Meknes, Fes and Marrakesh, among others. Each city has been the capital of the Moroccan kingdom at some point of its history, and has its own cultural heritage and local customs.
The top tourist attractions in Morocco include the sites of Casablanca, Marrakesh, Sahara desert, Rabat, Fez, Atlas Mountains, La Mamounia, Tangier and Toubkal, among others. While some are known for their natural beauty and charm, others are more popular as historical sites. There is much to see in Rabat, the current capital of Morocco. Some of the popular places in Rabat include Oudaia Kasbah, the Mamora forest, Tour Hassan, the Royal Palace, Mohammed V Mausoleum, Archaeological Museum, Chellah,National Museum of Handicrafts , the Archaeological Museum and Postal Museum, among others. While you are here, do visit the twin city of Sale, located right across the river. In case in Meknes, you must visit Djebel Habri and Michlifen, the two famous resorts in Morocco. Also, do not miss the open air market known as souk.
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While there are souks in all over the country, the one in Meknes is cited as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among the popular tourist places in Morocco, some of the well cited ones in Fez include Nejjarine Square, Er Rsif, Andalous mosques, Kasbah and Karaouine University, Dar Bath Museum, Royal Palace, medina in Fès El Bali, cited as World Heritage Site, valley of Ouergha, Mesbahai Medersa and Kissaria, among others.
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While in Marrakesh, there are many places popular with the tourists. Some of these include the medina or the market place, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia, Djemaa el-Fna, Koutoubia, Ben Youssef Medersa, Saadian Tombs, Dar Sisaid Museum, Aquedal gardens ,Al Bedi Palace and the Menara, among others. Some of the other popular tourist attractions in Morocco include Chefchaouen in Tangier, Bou Attarin Medersa in Fez, Kasbah Glaoui in Telouet, Djemaa el Fna in Marrakesh, Cascades d'Ouzoud in Middle Atlas, the Souss Valley in Agadir, the ruins at Volubilis, Oukaimeden, what is considered the best ski resort in Morocco, Asilah, Caves of Hercules at Cape Spartel, the Hassan II Mosque, Essaouira, Mohammedia, the oasis of Tafilalt, Tinerhir, kasbah of Taourirt, Ksar of Aït-Ben-Haddou, the Draa Valley, the oasis of Tamergroute and Goulimine, among others.
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