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Sleeps up to 4
2 Bedrooms
2 Shower rooms
Cook service available
Daily maid service
Air conditioning
Changeover day: Flexible

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Dar Sana is quite different from other riad hotels in the city of Marrakech – most of all, perhaps, because it has only two bedrooms and sleeps only four guests and is only ever let as a whole. This inevitably gives it a unique intimacy and charm, wonderful for two couples holidaying together, or for a small family (no children under 14 however). Occupying two floors, it has been furnished with the sure touch of a skilled designer, each of its rooms a set piece of African or Indian-influenced colour and décor. It is perfect for a holiday at any time of the year, with facilities ranging from fireplaces in sitting and dining rooms for cool evenings, to air-conditioning in the en suite bedrooms, a tented roof-terrace and a shady courtyard patio with fountain for summer living.

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The crumpled crags of the Atlas Mountains dominate inland Morocco. Here, for some, life unfolds in a manner that has changed little since Medieval times, making exploring on foot, by bike, by vehicle, or in a mule train an absorbing experience. The coastal plains at the foot of the mountains may seem featureless by comparison, but are pretty in spring when the grasses are fresh and the fruit trees are in flower. Beyond the mountains, to the south-east, the desert proper begins—head here for a taste of the endless dunes and scattered oases of the Sahara.

Eating and drinking

The dishes most strongly associated with Morocco are couscous (made from a local wheat), piled high with meat and vegetables, and tajines, aromatic stews of meat, vegetables, fruit, and spices cooked slowly in a heavy ceramic pot. Kebabs are also a favourite, either grilled chunks of meat or nuggets of minced lamb. To start a meal, you may be offered harira, a thick, nourishing soup of spicy beans and pasta, or a finely chopped salad.

Coast

Perched on the cusp between an ocean and a sea, Morocco has two very different, adjoining coastlines. The Atlantic coast is breezy and exposed, with crashing waves and the kind of conditions windsurfers love: coastal towns such as Essaouira and Casablanca can be windy and cool, even in the height of summer, although Agadir, which faces south-west, is more sheltered. The relatively undeveloped Mediterranean coast lies in the shadow of the Rif Mountains and is drier, calmer, and more sultry, particularly in summer.

Active pursuits

Morocco’s mighty Atlas Mountains offer the most varied trails in North Africa, with options for all ages and abilities, from day hikes around Djebel Toubkal to demanding expeditions. On the way, there’s birdwatching to enjoy—something that may also draw you to the desert and coast. Prized species include, in the Atlas, rock sparrows and crimson-winged finches; in the desert, larks and wheatears; and in the coastal wetlands, storks and migrant geese. To immerse yourself in the desert, try a camel trek from Zagora, where a famous sign declares you could make it to Timbuktu in 52 days. Essaouira on the Atlantic is a year-round windsurfing hub. Morocco even has a handful of ski and snowboard resorts.

Shopping

Shopping in Morocco can be so absorbing that you might want to make it the primary focus of a trip. Marrakesh, Essaouira, and Fez all have well-stocked souks, each offering a bombardment of handicrafts, silver jewellery, leather goods, lanterns, carpets, and pottery. By scouring the alleyways you will find a host of other distinctive items, such as antique camel saddles, musical instruments, and brightly coloured spices piled into cones. Traditionally, different parts of each bazaar specialise in different products, making it relatively straightforward to compare wares and get to grips with the ins and outs of bargaining.

History

Populated originally by Berbers, and later shaped by a succession of colonialists—Arab, French, and Spanish—Morocco is richly endowed with ancient rock engravings and intricately formed cities, and stuffed with outstanding monuments and architecture. For the best preserved prehistoric sites, head for the Atlas foothills of southern Morocco. The crumbling, majestic walls and towers of the kasbahs at Telouet and Aït Benhaddou near Ouarzazate are unforgettable, too, as are the labyrinthine streets of Fez, the most complete Medieval city in the Arab world.

Arts and culture

A collision of creative forces from Morocco’s Berber, West African, Arab, and European communities make this fertile territory for music making. June brings two world-famous annual festivals, the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music and the Gnawa World Music Festival in Essaouira. Both welcome acts and visitors from round the globe for a shared celebration of Moroccan, Arab, and African music and culture. The standard of traditional craftsmanship in Morocco is exceptionally high, and textile, ceramic and marquetry workshops are often open to the public.

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Written by Emma Gregg for CV Travel.

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