00:00when most people picture morocco they imagine vibrant bustling markets and winding narrow
00:16alleys littered with homes and shops while morocco is definitely known for chaotic old cities it's
00:23what lies beyond the walled gates that truly makes this northern african country so unique
00:28from the vast deserts of the sahara to the windy seaside towns on the coast morocco's landscape
00:34is one of the most diverse in the world in this video we explore the best attractions and things
00:40to do in morocco we've collected a list of the top attractions and things to do in morocco so make
00:46sure to include them in your list if you're a visitor at first in the list number one jima lfna
00:53sitting at the heart of marrakesh's medina is jima lfna the city's largest square and market
01:03at all times of day you'll find jima lfna filled with tourists locals shopkeepers and food vendors
01:11you might even spot a few snake charmers and monkey handlers eaterly waiting to take your photo
01:16as the sun goes down jima lfna becomes even more lively food stalls pop up around the square and
01:24magicians dancers and musicians come out to entertain the guests all night long even if you aren't hungry
01:31or in the mood for shopping you can still soak in the magically vibrant atmosphere that pulsates through
01:36jima lfna number two bird chabby make your way into the sahara desert and set your eyes on the bright
01:50orange dunes of bird chabby it's relatively close to the city of marzouga which makes for an easy
01:57overnight trip for those coming from marrakesh despite herb chabby being completely desolate and bare
02:03there is still a surprising amount of activities to do go camel trekking at sunrise sand boarding
02:10down the sandy slopes or take a four by four quad tour at full speed through the dunes
02:17number three chef chowen
02:24chef chowen is easily one of the most unique cities to visit in morocco
02:28situated in the rift mountains this unusual village is home to hundreds of blue homes and buildings
02:36as you walk down the cobblestone alleys most of which are also blue you'll be submerged in a world
02:41of color come with a camera because photography opportunities are everywhere you look you can also
02:48stop by the walled place out at el hamam and the chef chowen ethnographic museum it is a popular
02:54shopping destination offering many native handicrafts that are not available elsewhere in morocco such as
02:59wool garments and woven blankets
03:04number four todra gorge
03:11there are many beautiful sights along the atlas mountains including the todra gorge with orange
03:17towering cliffs the canyons of todra gorge are almost 1 000 feet deep while the dades river
03:24no longer runs through it it's still carved one of the most spectacular landscapes in all of morocco
03:31come for a trek along the dried up riverbed or for sunrise to photograph the golden sweeping views
03:38rock climbers can also trek up the canyon walls as there are over 150 bolts along the gorge
03:44beach number 5. legsire beach
03:52morocco is filled with stunning landscapes and natural beauty and legsire beach is no exception
03:58distinguished by its martian-like rock formations and wide sandy beaches it's one of the most peaceful
04:04spots in the country you could easily spend the entire day marveling at the red volcanic rocks while
04:11listening to the roar of the ocean. Legzira Beach is also a popular destination for surfing.
04:17The consistently high surf and barreling waves may not be friendly to leisurely swimmers,
04:22but they are ideal conditions for surfers. Number 6, Urgchagaga.
04:33No trip to Morocco would be complete without a journey into the desert.
04:38Most tourists flock to Urgchabbi, which is relatively easy to access. However,
04:43it's worth venturing a bit further inland to visit the untouched dunes of Urgchagaga.
04:48As the largest urg in all of Morocco, Urgchagaga is exactly what you imagine when you think of a
04:54desolate desert. With orange, rolling dunes as far as the eye can see, it's completely isolated from
05:00many villages or towns. Number 7, Cascades d'Usaoud.
05:09The lush, cascading waterfalls of Usaoud are a must-see during your trip to Morocco.
05:15Located near the Moyen Atlas village, the Cascades d'Usaoud is a collection of several waterfalls
05:21that flow into the El Abid River Gorge. The views from the top and the bottom of the falls
05:26are equally spectacular. You can start at the top and walk down to the summit of the falls,
05:32passing by different photo opportunities and lookouts along the way. You'll also find several
05:38restaurants and cafes at the bottom, all with beautiful views of the Cascades d'Usaoud.
05:43Number 8, Eit-Ben-Hadu.
05:54The earthy clay brick buildings of Eit-Ben-Hadu are nestled at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.
06:00This fortified walled city was built right on the caravan path between Marrakesh and the Sahara
06:05and was once a thriving trading post during the 17th century. Only a handful of residents live within
06:12the city walls, however, it still attracts thousands of annual visitors, who come to
06:17admire Eit-Ben-Hadu's distinctive and authentically Moroccan clay buildings.
06:24Number 9, Esauira.
06:32Esauira is a popular resort town located just a few hours from Marrakesh. Marked by its white
06:38and blue medina and colorful seaside port, Esauira is a relaxing escape from the hustle
06:43of the larger cities in Morocco. The strong winds of the Atlantic Ocean also make Esauira
06:49a popular destination for kite surfing. Although it's possible to kite surf year-round,
06:55summer brings the strongest trade winds.
06:58You can find multiple spots around the city, however, Sidi Kauki and Malay-Bousertown are two
07:04of the best kite surfing areas in town.
07:10At last in the list, number 10, Hassan II Mosque.
07:16As the largest mosque in all of Africa, the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca is a masterpiece
07:22of architectural design. Perched on the seawall looking out over the Atlantic Ocean, the mosque
07:28melds modern design with traditional Islamic and Moorish architecture. It was also constructed
07:34with materials from other buildings, including the Kutubia Mosque, the Dome of the Rock, and
07:39the Great Mosque of Damascus. However, its most striking feature is the 690-foot minaret.
07:46Not only is it decorated in chrome, green, and blue tiles, but it's also retrofitted with
07:52a laser beam, which shines in the direction of Mecca.
07:57Now it's time to hear from you what's your favorite attractions and things to do in Morocco.
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