| Morocco |
| Marrakesh |
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| The Koutoubia Mosque minaret is Marrakesh's landmark. Built in the 12th century, it represents the Moroccan minaret style of a single large structure, rather than multiple slender minarets as found in much of the Islamic world. A near duplicate of Koutoubia survives as the Giralda, now a church belltower, and the symbol of Seville, Spain. |
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| Morocco's national beverage is mint tea, also known as Moroccan whisky. I highly recommend it. Freshly boiled and safe to drink. Waiters demonstrate their skill by pouring it from a pot held high above the glass. |
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| The central square of Marrakesh, Djemaa el-Fna, may be the world's oldest permanent carnival. Until early evening, it's uncrowded and mostly a tourist center. |
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| Want to be photographed with a snake around your neck? The price is negotiable. Menus are in French and Arabic; this one courtesy of Coke, which is ever-present in Morocco. |
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| How about a tattoo? These skilled artists are waiting for you. |
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| When customers are scarce, the women practice tattooing themselves with samples of their work. |
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| If you have a high speed internet connection, watch the Intrepid Berkeley Explorer's free video of Morocco and Spain, "From Flamenco to Fez", by clicking on AdventurePics.com . |
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