Done with Quads and Camels? Here’s the “Real” Marrakech You’re Missing

Done with Quads and Camels? Here’s the “Real” Marrakech You’re Missing

So, you’ve checked the boxes. You’ve ridden a camel through the Palmeraie, kicked up dust on a quad bike in Agafay, and survived the chaos of Jemaa el-Fna. Now what? Don’t settle for the “tourist” version of Marrakech. If you’re tired of the postcard views and engine exhaust, it’s time to find the city’s real […]

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Morrocan-art

Zellij: The Mosaic Moroccan Art

If you ever enter one of the Islamic historical landmarks in an Arab city, or even just a mosque to perform your prayers, you might find yourself drawn to the shapes and decorations on the walls, columns, or even the floor. Yes, we are talking about the Moroccan art of Zellij. The Origins of Zellij […]

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Moroccan Zellij

History of Moroccan Zellij

The word “Zellij” means “small polished stone”. The word has sometimes been spelled zillij or zellij. This ornamental technique, typical of Maghrebian architecture, consists in assembling shards of glazed terracotta tiles in different colors to create a geometric pattern. The shards of earthenware are sometimes so fine that they create a veritable ceramic marquetry. Why [...]
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