a journey through morocco | medina of marrakech

Morocco is said to be the land of a thousand contrasts. Indeed each place we visited had a unique charm and Marrakech absolutely had a spirit all its own. Most of our time in Marrakech was spent exploring the old city with its endless souks and the surrounding maze of alleys and neighborhoods.

The streets of the medina were filled with men carrying overflowing baskets, young people on motorbikes, donkeys pulling carts, more people on motorbikes, and, of course, a few tourists (and a few more people on motorbikes) – all in these tiny alleyways. The famous Djemaa el-Fna Square was especially dizzying with locals and tourists alike. Amongst the food stalls and shops you would find snake charmers, musicians, dancing monkeys, fortune tellers, henna artists, and acrobats. And from the terrace of Le Grand Balcon Du Cafe Glacier, there was a spectacular panoramic view of the square.

The rhythm of Marrakech was vibrant and lively, but at the end of the day, it was always nice to head back to the serenity of our hotel Riad Amina with its gorgeous courtyard, sumptuous rooms and incredible food.