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Taking a Walk Through Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech is the fourth largest city in Morocco, situated west of the Atlas Mountains. The city was founded in 1070 and is called the "Red City" due to the red sandstone material used in the construction of its early buildings. The city is a UNESCO world heritage site and has plenty of great sites to check out such as Jemaa Al-Fna, Koutoubia Mosque, Souk Semmarine, Bab Agnaou, and Bahia Palace.

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Which city in Morocco is best for you?

Morocco is one of those countries with a plethora of different cities to satisfy everyone's tastes. You can choose from the coastal cities of Casablanca and Essaouira, the cultural centers Marrakech and Fez, and the blue city of Chefchaouen (among others). Here I'll highlight some of the places to see in these cities like the Hassan II Mosque, Jemaa El-Fna market, and the Chouara Tannery.

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