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Morocco

 









Well you saw the camels, but that was only the beginning.  Our visit to Morocco has been a breathtaking experience.  Our amazing guide Isia took us from the Sahara through the Atlas Mountains to Fez and Chefchaouen.  In Fez we had an amazing guide, Mohammed, who is native to Fez and shared the history of his beautiful city.   The handicrafts in these cities are just amazing.  Made some small pottery purchases.  If you do not have Morocco on your bucket list then it is time to add it.  It is a beautiful country with amazing people.  They are so willing to share knowledge of their culture and religion.








Chefchaouen is nicknamed “The Blue City”.   It is located in the Rif mountain region.  All of these cities have a Kasbah (military fortress) surrounded by a Medina (walled city).  We spent a wonderful afternoon with our guide and fellow travelers, Heidi and John Lapp, strolling through the Medina.

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