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    December 22, 2019
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    Chefchaouen

    December 24, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F

    Overland transfer will take about 6.5 hours. Chefchaouen is known for its distinctive blue-washed buildings. It is perched on the foothills of the Rif Mountains. It’s name comes from Berber phrase that means “watch the horns,” a reference to the Jebel Tisouka and Megou mountains that rise dramatically above the city like a pair of horns.Read more

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    Chefchaouene 1

    December 24, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ⛅ 59 °F

    There are several theories as to why the walls were painted blue. One popular theory is that the blue keeps mosquitos away, another is that Jews introduced the blue when they took refuge from Hitler in the 1930s. The blue is said to symbolize the sky and heaven, and serve as a reminder to lead a spiritual life.Read more

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    Ras Elma Chefchaouene

    December 24, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ⛅ 57 °F

    Enjoy the outdoors at Ras Elma: Gather with locals at this cascading waterfall and river where mountain water trickles its way into the town and residents enjoy picnics, wash their clothes, or sit to chat. Perhaps you’ll stroll the walkways lanking both sides of the river and watch as locals hang their colorful, ornate rugs and clothing out to dry. Or, maybe you’ll cool of in the water, and take a rest on the rocks bordering the river.
    • How to get there: A 5- to 10-minute walk. • Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week.
    • Cost: Free    Read more

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    Medina Quarter

    December 24, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ⛅ 57 °F

    Medina quarters often contain historical fountains, palaces, mosques, and sometimes churches. Because of the very narrow streets, medinas are generally free from car traffic, and in some cases even motorcycle and bicycle traffic. The streets can be less than a metre wide.Read more

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    Home Hosted Lunch

    December 25, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F

    In Houmar we will meet a rural family for a hands-on cooking demonstration in the countryside, enjoying the striking scenery of towering mountains and endless pine forests along the way. Our hosts will tell us about farming in Northern Morocco as we select our ingredients from their garden, and then we’ll join them in the kitchen to prepare a regional, seasonal meal.Read more

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    Tetouan Cultural Mix

    December 26, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F

    Tetouan Cultural Mix
    Immerse yourself in Tetouan’s rich mix of cultures and traditions— Roman, Andalusian, European—and discover why the well-preserved city is designated a UNESCO World Heritage
    Site. Founded in the 15th century by Andalusian refugees, this labyrinth of squares, souks (markets), and beaches still maintains its old-world charm. We’ll have the chance to appreciate the city’s extravagant architecture on a walking tour, including a visit to the Royal Palace—which is still inhabited by the royal family. Then, we’ll witness the fusion of cultures that so deines the area on a visit to a bustling local market, where you’ll see vendors selling handmade carpets, jewelry, and leather, and savor the aroma of delectable local dishes wafting from food carts. We’ll also spend some time observing the craftsmanship of local artisans, including weaving, embroidery, metalworking, and woodcarving.
    Tétouan, nicknamed the White Dove, is a city located in northern Morocco. It lies along the Martil Valley and is one of the two major ports of Morocco on the Mediterranean.    Read more

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    Iglesia de Bacturia
    Nour & Mohamed (local guide)Star of David (Jewish owners)

    Tetouan Cultural Mix 2

    December 26, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F

    This bright yellow Roman Catholic church looking out on Place Moulay El Mehdi was built in 1917 and is still active. A church in a main square is a surprising sight in Morocco, and is the only place in the country where church bells sound the hour.Read more

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    Tetouan Kings Palace

    December 26, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F

    The Royal residence was built in 1988 in what was once Feddan Park. The palace is still active as King Mohammed VI has been known to visit during the summer. It is not open to visitors.

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    Tetouan Mediterranean Sea

    December 26, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☁️ 64 °F

    Tetouan is a jewel of a town in a striking location at the foot of the Rif Mountains, and just a few kilometres from the sea. Despite seeing relatively few foreign visitors, there's an air of authenticity here that adds great value to a visit. The ancient medina, a Unesco World Heritage site, looks like it has not changed in several centuries. The modern centre that abuts it gleams in white, its Spanish facades given a recent facelift to seductive affect.Read more

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    Very old TorahOven for Challah in synagogue

    Tetouan Jewish Synagogue

    December 26, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F

    The Isaac Ben Walid Synagogue is a synagogue in the mellah of Tetuan, Morocco. The synagogue is named after Rabbi Isaac Bengualid, author of the 2-volume Vayomer Yitzhak, a history of the Jews of Tetuan.

    Synagogue continues tradition. ... Challah, an egg-based bread made without butter or milk, is usually served on Saturdays — Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest — to represent the double-portion of manna that fell from Heaven and fed the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt.    Read more

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