Morocco OVERVIEW
Morocco is a place where a certain dissonance can be felt in the air. Tucked on the northwestern tip of Africa and severed from the continent by the Atlas range, it has a lot more in common with the Mediterranean than with the rest of Africa, be it in terms of geography, climate or history. Walking along the Boulevard de Paris in central Casablanca, taking advantage of the manifold facilities at the Atlantic-lapped shores of Agadir, or embarking on the famous 1960s hippie trail to the stunning Paradise Valley, you may experience a baffling feeling of not quite reaching the Black Land.
Yet, as you challenge the pinkish slopes of Ameln, stepping into colorful Berber villages on your way, you inevitably stumble upon the treacherously captivating realm of Sahara blending with the horizon. It's here that the Mediterranean sensation vanishes into thin air as quickly as the mud-brick
kasbahs
start to dominate the skyline. Dunes, oases and camel rides are all to be found here, as befits the stereotypical African experience.
To put it in a nutshell, Morocco has it all. If you are looking for seaside delights, you got it. If it's trekking you enjoy, with the Rif Mountains it's not even close to a problem. If you wish to soak up culture seasoned with indigenous smells and sounds, try out Fes and Marrakesh. Volubilis will blow your mind with the ancient heritage, Tangier will most likely inspire you with its artistic touch and post-colonial character while Rabat, the capital, may take many a traveler aback with its sophistication. You'll really need to do your homework to ensure you tick off at least a quarter of attractions Morocco has up its sleeve. Get down to business, will you?
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