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As we’re gearing up for Ramadan, I sat down with Assim, one of my valued Tasting Marrakech guides, to chat about travelling to Morocco during Ramadan. Many people tell me that they put off their trip if it coincides with the holy month, or that they cancelled it because they heard it wasn’t a good time to visit. But in fact, in my opinion, there simply is not a more special time to visit the kingdom than during the month of Ramadan. Sure one’s schedule may be interrupted slightly in certain areas, but in a city like Marrakech it’s the perfect opportunity to gain a unique insight in to an already welcoming and hospitable culture.
Two years ago I started fasting. I also switched up our evening Tasting Marrakech tours to provide guests with an opportunity to break fast in the square and enjoy the special Ramadan nights’ ambiance. We shared ftour together, while answering questions about the religion and culture in general. You see, I think through experiential travel we have an opportunity to break down cultural barriers.
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Why Morocco 029 – Meryam Demnati on Amazigh culture in Morocco
Why Morocco 028 – Aziza Chaouni on architectural restoration projects in Morocco
Why Morocco 026 – Imad Dahmani on modernist architecture in Casablanca
Why Morocco 025 – Justina Tulloch on living, visiting and doing business in Casablanca
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Why Morocco 020 – Rose Button on experiencing the holy town of Moulay Idriss, Morocco
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Why Morocco 018 – Alice Morrison on trekking along the Draa River
Why Morocco 016 – Fulbright Scholar David Packer on Moroccan ceramics
Why Morocco 015 – Artist Christo on his Femmes exhibition at the Yves Saint Laurent museum in Marrakech
Why Morocco 014 – Author Saeida Rouass on historical fiction and her Moroccan-British heritage
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