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Casablanca is the largest port of the Maghreb basin. The city was built by the French, and it is even bigger than Marseille. The visit on Casablanca includes Habous district, central market, Anfa residential area, Hassan II mosque, Royal palace and Mohammed V Square.

Hassan II mosque:
The Hassan II mosque is the only almighty worship centre with incarnation message the brethren. The passion and gratitude of the mosque gives mankind the desire to have their call heard.
Traditionally, Hassan II is part of the religious monuments. The mosque is designed by architectural art to recall the history and renew its heights of fame. The first monument mosque was built around 688 and 692 in the era of Omeyyade, ordered by Absal-malik, for its construction on the Dome of the rock along one of the most common Islamic monuments in Masjid al Agsa.

The mosque creates an impact of the true Islam architectural achievement and between 705 and 710, the Madina grand mosque was reconstructed while the grand mosque in Damascus was founded between 706 and 715, being attributed to Al-walid his son. The transverse naves of the Damascus grand mosque are separated by parallel lines to the Gibia wall of two-level arches and pass in their centre by a central nave is the Muslim west mosque prototype. Medinian pattern is characterized by the layout, which will even affect the Qurawsyyine mosque of Fez because of its wide spreading action.

The oldest mosque in Maghreb is the Kairovan grand mosque in the Muslim west. The mosque was demolished and then reconstructed towards the end of VIIth Century.
The Kairovan mosque was founded by Ogba Ben Nafi and it was later enlarged by the Second half of the VIIIth Century by Caliph Hicham before moving through the last IXth Century. It was then refurbished by Ziyadat Allah.

Perpendicular to the Gibla wall, there are Naves that lay out called Basilical which are already adopted by Al Agsa mosque and will be perpetuated in the mosques of Spain, Maghreb and Friqiya.

The Grand mosque of Cordoba is the second monument mosque in Muslim west. The Spain’s dream mosque founded by Abdal Rahman I in 785-786, however, it was reconstructed by the Abdal-Rahman II in 833 by Hakam by 961 and the mosque was finally refurbished by Al-mansour in 987.

The building’s founder was determined to reproduce Andalusia. The Omeyyad Caliphate Slender wanted to reconstruct the building near Damascus grand mosque pattern. The monument mosques of all Arab-Andalusian is a prototype of more than the Kairovan mosque especially those in Toledo and Savagossa.

Nevertheless, this provides art designs of all centuries found in Morocco. This was in 859 in the 9th Century when two mosques were constructed, which include Andalous and Qarawiyyine mosque.
Qarawiyyine grand monument mosque was affected by several extensions especially during 956 and 1335 during the reign of Almoravids. While its transverse lay out with Almoravid shrines layouts in Maghreb especially the grand mosque of Algiers (1096) and Themcen (1136).

The birth of Moroccan art started with the construction of the Fassi shrines influenced by Eastern and Andalusian people.
The Moroccan crafts men got inspired with Andalusia and the Eastern, which managed to drive away from the local people traditions.

The external factors contributed much to the development of Morocco architecture and art.
The ancient heritage even under the reign of Mernid dynasty, will never fail because of the traditional culture faithfulness.

The greatest builders of the shrines in West Muslim were Abdel-Moumen and his sons Yacoub Almansaour in the Almohad sovereigns. With sovereignty and austerity, their works were none the less stamped, which could match their system ideas. Likewise, the mosques in Marakesh Rabat Hassan mosque, mosques of Tinmel Gerald and of Seville and Taza mosque built by Yacoub as far back as 1171, shows the real architectural design and greatness expressed in various forms.
This has created a steady volume of sense and a great line mastery they testify being characterised by big decorum that benefits the austerity made of Almohad dynasty. Hence the source of inspiration for the achieved work done is got from the ornamental buildings raised.

Many monument works were experienced after the fall of Almohad Dynasty, like mosques in Fez, Merinid, Madrassas Sale and Ougda as well as Marrakesh’s Saadion
Mawsoleums and Meknes alaoulte mosques and palaces in Fez.

Audacious projects profusion that enabled recovery was witnessed in the reign of King Hassan II, which became a classical consecrate work and not for getting the work of the Great builders of Omeyyads such as Abd Almohad L in Andalusia and Al Walid in the East as well as Almohad Yacoub, Al-monsour and Ottoman Ahmed I founder of the blue mosque.

The Hassan II mosque accommodates large groups of people, which calls for external influences since it reflects a new kind of proclivity in harmony considered to be nostalgia and at the same time giving the true shelter for the believers while remaining faithful to the traditional inspirations.

The mosque reflects the personality of his majesty the King, who teaches Islam and attached to personal spirits of civilisation. Thus Hassan II mosque is the best when it comes to traditional mosques in Morocco.

In the 20th Century, the Damascus Grand mosque is valid as quoted by Al-Idrissi. There is no mosque concreatecaly constructed, well decorated with Gold enamelled tiles or polished marbles, beautiful.
Surely, arched or marvellously down than the Grand mosque in Damascus.

The Hassnaian art and architecture began with refurbishing of Mohammed V Mausoleum and went on to further refurbishing of the royal palaces in Nador and Agadir as well as in Rabat found in Casablanca.

Cherished by Merinids, the Almoravid is made up of wood engrave assembled foiled arches. The Almoravid was inspired by the Merinids, with the harmoniously with traditional chromes, ornamentations and inscriptions.

Hassan II mosque is therefore one of the most modernised mosques in the world, with art and architecture designs attracting most of the explorers from Europe and Arab-Asia.

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Fes Morocco, Fes City
This is a sewel Holy City of the Spanish Arab Civilisation. It is not easy for Fez to show up its secrets, to show its shadow and secretine becomes a little too late to be discovered. The ancient city is only appreciated for its medrsa architecture because of its merchants and artisans. The visitors are attracted by the fragrances, colors and the captivating sounds of the city. The1st sanctuary of human research is in the city of Moulay Idriss.

Akaraoulyne University has been one of the intellectual and religious centre for almost eleven years, whose influence has spread all over the boundaries of the kingdom.

The aul times was traced by Idriss system. They presented to him Fas (gold and silver) in 789. This is where the name Fez came from.
The city is bordered by hills and Atlas Mountains in the South and lies far in the Saiss plains.

Fez has become the kingdom’s spiritual capital, characterized by artisans, cultural traditions and a number of religions.
The sculpted cedar door is the only way through to reach the Andalusia mosque, which was governed by successive leaders as far back as the 9th Century, with green falences decorations, the imposing minaret crowns, the RSIF mosque. The former student’s hostel around Karaoulyne mosque in the Medersas gives a clear reason for the existance of the town as well as acting as a workshop centre in Kissaria, which sales local goods like silk, slipper, brocade work and fabric, maize, cotton among others.

El Attarine craftsmen offer the best craft work for the visitors to have a look at and thereafter pay for some. Each district has its own carpets, blue enamelled pottery, multitude of colours and wrought iron and The Jamal Palace refurbished by 1930 into a luxury hotel being one of the most quality buildings in Morocco.

DAR BATHA MUSEUM:
This museum was founded in the 19th century, which is favourably competing with those from Fez. The houses in the museum are decorated with Fez traditional art such as wrought iron, sculptured wood, decoration materials, carpets, coins, seweter and embroidery. However, the most beautiful are made by the craftsmen from Fez and museum counter piece is found in the pottery room.

The famous Fez blue was invented by use of cobalt in the 10th Century and behind being highlighted in colour and with white enamel. The astrolabes which are instruments made by the Arabs, should not be missed by the visitors, as well as the mystery of the beauty of the Jewel and the talisman.

BORS-NORD MUSEUM:
This is a military museum close to the rampant remains found in the 16th Century. It became a military museum when weapons were transformed into it. This has come to be called so due to donations for the visitors. They have a variety of adventure both in weapons and art designs.

For everything in the museum is a weapon related tool, covering from parts of Europe, India and Asia.
However, some are made in Morocco, such as stones and rifles which are big in size, as well as a 12-ton weighing canon used in the fighting of the 3 Kings, which is 5 meters long.

Location:
Borz-Nord museum Fez:

ERFOUD:
The region of Erfoud was considered in place after the French occupation of Morocco, in order to take control over the Bedouins of the region. The place got its name after the French military settlement was set up in this region.

For people visiting the Ziz valley, Erfoud is the major street base they should use. However, Erfoud is not a tourist destination itself, but travellers like to move through this city.

Rissani:
This is a traditional site with a number of people and a lot of heat and looks like the Egypt Nile valleys, because there are small canals that pass through these villages with the towns being one of the most typical villages in Morocco.

One of the Golden events is the sunrise during the morning hours. From the golden clouds, which view a Sahara background, visitors can then go back fro breakfast. However, the Touargees people go on for adventure in the ancient Rissani city. This can be by use of 4 x 4 wheel vehicles.

Merzouga:
Morocco’s only lakes are found near dams. However, the Dayet Sriji lake in the Sahara is a big wonder and when you travel South, then you will find various lakes like the salty lake as well as true and false lakes, which attract a number of flamingos, best for viewing.

The camels travel through the oasis trees and matters as long as you move on the nature and the temperatures since the water streams of the canals will go on weakening.

If you are making arrangements to have a visit to Morocco, we would strongly advise that you try and time your stay during the early months of summer. During this time you will be assured of warm days and all the cool nights and most likely no rain at all during this time.

For the weather, you just need to Read below to verify the kind of climate that you will expect during your visit to Morocco. The Moroccan climate varies very much depending in which part of the country you are.

Towards the Atlas Mountain lies the Ouarzazate. This is most popular with tourists travelling in the Sahara desert. In provisions of desert treks, it becomes a good place to stock.
The scenic trips in the surrounding area provides tourists with the true African nature of the ancient Kasbahs.

With all coming from Lawrence, Morocco’s major watched city is the Ouarzazate where a number of mountain, moon and stars were being filled.
The studios are raised outside the town, being opened to the whole public for tourism.
The Kasbah has been used as a movie set for many times and the Artisans being seen in the movies. The town also handles a number of activities such as shopping inn the centre of the city.

Alt-Behaddou is one of the best-ranked cities by UNESCO because of its beauty and fortified village made out of clay architecture.

Ouarzazate excursions:
A half-day visit of Ouarzazate.
The Tifoultout, the Taourirt Kasban when there is no shooting the Atlas Films, can be visited.

A half visit of Oasis.
This is a pre-Saharan beautiful landscape, which is 10km far away from the land rover. The landscape I covered by plantation and irrigation system.

Todra and Tineghir Gorges take one day for their visit in the Dades valley, 175km away.
Tineghir is both a market and an administrative block built on raised plat form overlooking the splendid Todra valley.
The corner tower and the one towards the Drraa are the common dwellings that can be seen within the Tinghir oasis commonly known for its Todra canyons and its rocks reach 250 meters of altitude.

Just 1 day to Drraa valley and Zagoor.
This is seen after going through Tizi Ntiniffit pass, 195km away, then descends to Drraa valley, then to the Agdz located on the foot of the face which fce Jebel Kissane.
The road will continue to Qued Drraa River surrounded by palm groves. The library in Tamegroute is made of 12th Century manuscripts and Korans of the great Berber pottery.

Visitors will also take a half-day visit at Ail Benhaddou. This village is characterised by UNESCO (The world’s cultural tresures) 33km away and ranked as one of the most beautiful villages in the country as well as acting as a décor for various movies. For immemorable souvenir lunch can be provided in Auberge, which faces Kasbah.

Anotehr day be spent in Marrakesh 20km away, where you can visit the Koutoubia mosque exterior (12th Century), Bonia Palace (10th Century), Saadian tombs (16th Century) and the Mellah Jewish quarter as well as the Djemaa El Fna Square, the soul and the Menara gerden. In Moroccan palace, optional lunch is served as well as belly dancer.

Deluxe accommodation:
This cannot be seen alongside the roads towards the Sahara desert, but can be far away from the dusty roads among the Atlas Mountains and the desert near Skoura Palmgrove.
However, if you come across a Darahlam of red brick soaring citadal, then you would have reached the “Golden House”.
This image usually comes from the oasis used as a hunting ground for the Sultan in Medieval, which mixes both French and Moroccan values.

The Parisian Entrepreneurs are thanked for their renovation work in the 19th Century led by Thierry Teyssier. This building can act as a tourist and a traditional venture.
The building consists of decorated 3 villa and 8 ensuite facilities as well as consisting of other unique facilities such as silk drapes, antiques, traditional shades, while the house is in the middle of palm grove and a beautiful heated swimming pool. On the edge of the landscape, we find independent villas. However, some part can be separately rented.
So when travelling to the Atlas Mountains and the Saharan desert, Dar Ahlam can act as a stop over for the guests.

Berber Hotel Palace
This hotel consists of traditional crafts and Berber built in Kasbah style to preserve the local culture. There is a created charman space of ambience, raised on a high point.
The hotel consists of 240 air-conditioned rooms with each having a private terrace and mini bars. Among the facilities include dining room serving both Moroccan and international cuisine, swimming pool, piano and grill bar.

Ouarzazate Royal Golf Club:
Here one can see the spectacular high Atlas on Golf Club that can be seen from all points.
Its incredibly complex and captivating to play from here where the Kasbah desert begins, because the course is surrounded by the desert.
The Oasis nine hole will later be extended to 18 due to man’s determination to make everything prosper in the deep South.