Marrakesh Morocco, High Atlas

Marrakesh, or Marrakech, is one of four imperial cities in Morocco and is notorious for its dizzying effect on people’s senses. As soon as you step one foot into the ‘red city’ of Morocco, you are swept away into the current of life which in Marrakesh, moves pretty fast. Chaos combined with noise and scents is enough to derail even the most level-headed person but the undeniable, vibrating, heart and soul of the city is what draws many visitors to its narrow streets every year.

Starting in Marrakesh’s Medina is a good way to orient yourself to the city, culture, and people that call this bustling metropolis home. The walls are salmon and the streets narrow and filled with endless vendors. While in the Medina you’ll want to hit up the iconic Jemaa El-Fnaa – a large, crowded trading square filled with vendors ready to barter.

After thoroughly exploring the winding streets of the Medina, it’s time to head to the Bahai Palace. Dating back to the 19th century, touring Bahai Palace will take you through countless elegant rooms and gorgeous courtyards. Next, you can decide to tour ancient Koran schools, mosques, and museums. One place that is a must is the Saadian Tombs – a historic tomb complex built by the Sultan of the time.

With a speed of life that causes people to either love it or pale at the thought of it, Marrakesh is a world that must be experienced at least once. Whether to visit the bustling markets (souks), the stunning Medina, or the historic buildings depicting a long-gone Morocco, you will find your time in Marrakesh eye-opening.