Morocco, officially the Kingdom of Morocco, is the westernmost country in the Maghreb region of North Africa. It overlooks the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Atlantic Ocean to the west and has land borders with Algeria to the east and the disputed territory of Western Sahara to the south.
Drenched in sun all year round, flaunted by golden sands and the quiet hums of the busy marketplace that lies behind, Agadir is the laid-back heart of Morocco. Stretching several miles, its famous beach is walled by local holiday apartments and enviable boats bobbing on the calm waters. Head to the local market for some souvenir shopping or enjoy a bite to eat in the abundance of friendly cafes and ice cream parlours.
Winding through the Moroccan landscape for more than 40km, the Sahara’s edge is capped by the shorelines of the coast. The golden expanse offers spectacular views day and night, with clear views of the Milky Way filling the sky as the scorching sun sets. Disembark in Agadir and hop on a dune buggy to experience the real thrills of Morocco.
The hub of industry and the stepping stone location for young entrepreneurs, Casablanca boasts some of Morocco’s best architecture with intriguing French-colonial designs merged with the vibrant patterns of traditional Moroccan style. Explore the evolving beachside suburb of Ain Diab or head to locations like the Grand Theatre de Casablanca for a real taste of local life.
North Africa’s highest mountain range and a hiker’s paradise, the High Atlas Mountains connect the milder climates of the north to the Sahara in the south. With an expanse of nearly 1,000km, you’ll find networks of rivers and valleys, hidden villages nestled in between the secluded rock faces and ancient waterfalls.
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