Morocco is an African nation with long beaches, fortified fishing ports, lush oasis areas, the High Atlas Mountains, and a rich history of Roman and Islamic architecture. Because of this, tourism is Morocco’s second-largest source of foreign exchange. Here are several of the best locations to visit in Morocco in 2023.
Meknes
During Sultan Moulay Ismail’s time, Meknes was Morocco’s capital. Sultan Moulay Islam made it a city with a Spanish-Moorish style, and it was at its best during his rule. Today, the Sultan’s tourists go to the best locations in Morocco the most. The most historical places to see in Meknes are the Dar El Makhzen palace, the Bab Mansour gate, the Lahboul garden, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, the Néjjarine Mosque, and the Grand Mosque.
Volubilis
During the time of the Romans, Volubilis was a very important city. It was the place where the province of Mauretania Tingitana was run. It was known for the grain and olive oil it made. These goods were sent to Rome, which helped make the province rich and successful. It was also the region’s capital when the Muslims took over Morocco. The city hasn’t been completely dug up yet. In 1997, it was located on the list of World Heritage sites.
Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen, also called Chaouen, is an interesting city in the mountains of northeastern Morocco. The pretty Rif Mountains are in the background of the quaint medina, made up of whitewashed homes with powder-blue details. It’s not difficult to notice why so many people come here.
It is a popular place to go shopping because it has a lot of wool clothes and woven blankets that you can’t get anywhere else. Chefchaouen is one of the best locations in Morocco to grow cannabis. Hashish, a drug with a bad reputation, is sold all over town.
Todra Gorge
Todra Gorge is a narrow gorge with a beautiful high cliff and a river running through it. It is in a remote area on the east face of the High Atlas Mountains. The past 600 meters of the Todra Gorge are the most impressive. Here, the canyon narrows to a flat, rocky path that is sometimes only 33 feet wide, and the rock walls on each side reach up to 160 meters (525 feet) high. Rock climbers like it because its surfaces are strong but not smooth.
Essaouira
Essaouira is known for its great fortified walls and laid-back fishing port. The Portuguese in the 16th century called the city Mogador. A bay protected it. But the city of Essaouira as we know it today wasn’t built until the 18th century. This was done to help trade with Europe.
The Wind City of Africa is what people call it. Kitesurfing and windsurfing are very popular among young tourists in the strong, steady wind along the coast. In the winter, when strong winds and huge waves almost destroy the city, Essaouira shows its true self.
Draa Valley
The High Atlas Mountains are the beautiful Draa Valley. The Draa valley is undoubtedly the most attractive place to drive through in Morocco. The Draa River runs through the middle of the Valley. It starts in the High Atlas and flows into the Atlantic Ocean. About 200 kilometers are in the Upper Draa River valley. It is made up of six oases in a row.
Erg Chebbi
The Erg Chebbi dunes are one of Morocco’s two Saharan ergs. They were made of sand blown by the wind. The impressive dunes are more than 150 meters tall, and you feel like you can’t do anything when you stand in their shadows. The most interesting thing about Erg Chebbi is its beautiful orange sand. Merzouga is a place that people go to visit. Most trips to the dunes start from here. Most people come here to go camel trekking. Several companies offer trips on camels.
Fes : Cultural history of Morocco
Fes-al-Bali become constructed withinside the ninth century and had the oldest library withinside the world. It was the capital of the Idrisid dynasty when it was first built. It has better public than any other city that doesn’t allow cars.
The main ways to get around are on donkeys, carriages, and motorbikes. High walls surround the whole city with several old city gates. When the sun goes down, the views of the city are especially beautiful. It is on the list of world heritage sites by UNESCO.
Ait Benhaddou
The Ksar of Ait Benhaddou is between the Sahara and Marrakech. Within the high mud walls, there are six kasbahs and a lot of homes. Few families still live inside the city walls, keeping the traditions of their ancestors. Most of the town’s people now live in the more modern village across the river. Famous movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and Prince of Persia were filmed there.
Djemaa el Fna
The best location in Morocco is Djemaa El-Fna. The city has the feel of an aristocratic Middle Eastern city from the Middle Ages. During the day, the square in the middle of the medina is mostly full of snake charmers and people with monkeys. As the day goes on, the entertainment changes. Instead, storytellers, magicians, and people sell traditional medicines. You’ll feel like you’re walking around in the city of One Thousand and One Nights.