Marrakesh
Marrakech takes its name from the Amazigh words amur (“land”) and akush (“God”), that can be translated as “Land of God.” Nestled at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, the city sits at a striking intersection of landscapes: the mountains rise to the south, while the vast Sahara stretches beyond them and the boundless North Atlantic Ocean flows to its west. Its ochre-coloured walls, palm-lined streets and labyrinthine souks have made Marrakech one of Morocco’s most recognisable cities—but to experience it only through the familiar language of exoticism is to miss much of what makes it meaningful.
Marrakech is not just a scenic destination; it is a city shaped by many tribes and centuries of trade and migration by the Amazigh, Arabs and other civilisations from Africa. To encounter Marrakech in a conscious way, a traveller must therefore look beyond the picture-perfect frames and notice the underlying history of imperialism, colonialism, and the complexities of its political systems that has shaped the country today.
Coming from India, Marrakech was not a cultural shock for us – something as often stated by a Westerner. Instead, we noticed so many similarities: close-knit families, multi-generational households, strong community ties, shared meals, and a general way of living that puts relationships at the heart of life.
Things to see and do in Marrakesh
- Walking tour of the Medina
- Tagine at a local restaurant
- Visit Madrassa Ben Youssef
- Stay in a locally-owned Riad
- Marvel at Bahia Palace
- Visit a Hammam
- Try Moroccan herbal teas
- Dine at a rooftop restaurant in Medina
- Visit Le Jardin Majorelle
Typical costs when traveling
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