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Mysterious Marrakech: Why I Never Tire of Morocco’s Red City
With its never-ending street theatre and labyrinthine medina, this timeless city swallows you whole – and reveals new secrets with each visit
TL;DR
- Marrakech's medina is a labyrinthine old town, offering a timeless experience characterized by street theatre and hidden secrets.
- Staying in converted historic houses called riads, often unmarked and hidden in alleys, is part of the navigational challenge and thrill.
- Guided tours, particularly those focusing on local women's perspectives, offer deep insights into the souks, traditional baking, and hammam culture.
- The city's souks vary from well-known spice markets to lesser-known areas like the tinsmith or slavery souks, each with unique sensory experiences.
- The Djemaa el-Fna square comes alive at night with musicians, storytellers, and barbecue smoke, continuing the city's vibrant street life.