Moroccan tea is a traditional beverage with deep cultural significance. This delightful infusion is a symbol of hospitality and social interaction within Moroccan society. Moroccans prepare it with a blend of green tea and fresh mint leaves. In the winter months when mint is less available people use other herbs to continue the tradition. The combination of Moroccan tea and absinthe [...]
The Annual Event Pure Life Experiences is not just a simple gathering. It’s a transformative journey that brings together the most innovative minds in the travel and experiential industry. Set against the stunning backdrop of Marrakech, this event offers unparalleled networking opportunities, inspiring talks, and immersive experiences that will ignite your passion for adventure. Attendees can expect to engage with thought [...]
An important diary date for visitors to Fez is the annual Festival of World Sacred Music. It takes place this year from May 24 to June 01st. Featuring concerts, debates, and joint performances of Muslim and Christian devotional music from artists from all over the world. Morocco has for years been opening its arms to musicians from all over the world. The festival this year [...]
A Symbol of Hospitality and Friendship in Moroccan Culture In Moroccan culture, the tea ceremony holds a special place as a symbol of hospitality, friendship, and tradition. The art of preparing and serving tea is not just about the beverage itself but also about the connection it fosters between people. The tea ceremony involves a meticulous process of brewing green tea with fresh mint leaves [...]
During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims around the world observe fasting from dawn till dusk. Iftar, or the breaking of the fast at sunset, holds immense significance in this spiritual period. It is a time for families and communities to come together, share blessings, and reflect on gratitude. As the sun sets over Morocco during the holy month of Ramadan, families eagerly gather [...]
Tafraoute stands proudly as the largest producer of almonds in Morocco. The fact that infuses the festival with a sense of local pride and abundance. The festival has been a cherished annual event for the village, serving as a jubilant homage to the bountiful harvest and the prosperity it brings. As the harvest season unfolds, the village comes alive with a kaleidoscope of colors and [...]
The month of The Amazigh New Year also known as « Yennayer » holds great significance in the Moroccan culture. It is a time of celebration, reflection, and renewal for the berber people. As one of the oldest cultures in North Africa, the Amazighs have a rich heritage that is deeply rooted in their language, traditions, and customs. During this month, communities come together to [...]
Christmas Spirit The Olive Tree is a delightful alternative to the Christmas tree, signifying peace, hope and friendship. We at the Palais Amani have an annual tradition of making our own Christmas Olive Tree. In the Koran, the olive tree is “the blessed tree” and Muslims make prayer beads out of wood from olive trees for centuries. Early societies, consider trees to be sacred and [...]
One of the most striking features of Moroccan architecture is the Zellij, the creation of an intricate mosaic design using hand-cut, glazed tiles. Skilled artisans assemble the jigsaw-like tiles to form geometrical patterns of great complexity. Each piece in the mosaic has a different name, describing either its shape or its function: these include squares, triangles, stars, diamonds, polygons, crosses, knots, forks and candles. Colours [...]
This month sees the 48th anniversary of The Green March, a historical event engraved deep in the Moroccan soul – and a unique chapter in the country’s ongoing quest for the full recovery of its southern provinces, originally part of Morocco’s pre-colonial territory. It commemorates a mass demonstration in November 1975, coordinated by the Moroccan government and army. To force Spain to hand over the [...]
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