An overview of Morocco
Morocco is a country located in the North West of Africa, widely open to the Atlantic Ocean to the West, and the Mediterranean Sea to the North. Like every other country, Morocco is special with its own rich culture. a land of tolerance, a blend of cultures and religions, and a country known for its amazing hospitality, tourism, and adventures, it is a place of acceptance of differences. Morocco is a country where you will find an embrace of other cultures and traditions, and even practice in some corners. This country has truly experienced a sense of multitude as its culture has changed a lot throughout history. a land of tolerance, a blend of cultures and religions, a country known for its amazing hospitality.
Moroccan culture and traditions
Every country in the world has its own culture and civilization. Morocco is the cradle of multiple cultures and it is famous for its biodiversity when it comes to spoken languages, we find Arabic, French, Berber, Spanish, and English. You can find more than four different civilizations and they live peacefully sharing the same land. The Moroccan people follow the principles of Islam, and Moroccan families have a solid base of unity. Children are expected to take care of their parents as they get older, and the traditional dress here is the Djellaba, There is also the Caftan that we also wear at weddings! Usually, these are worn with ‘Balgha’ (flat leather slippers), but at weddings, women wear caftans or Takeshita and heels. Moroccan weddings are out of this world! A groom is required to give his bride special gifts before the big day like sugar or henna along with other gifts chosen by him. Moroccan cuisine is typically a mixture of Mediterranean, Arabic, Andalusian and Berber cuisines. It is strongly influenced by its interactions and exchanges with other cultures, which only goes to show how multicultural Morocco is. Moroccan architecture has been heavily influenced by many architectural styles such as Arabic architecture for fountains, geometric design, and Islamic calligraphy. Morocco has cultural events such as Tanjazz Festival, Timitar Music Festival, and Mawazine Festival which celebrate world music. Morocco is distinguished by its long history and distinguished culture, known for its diversity. Due to the kingdoms that have ruled Morocco over the years, Morocco is considered a country rich in different cultures, races, and qualities. Morocco is characterized by a set of customs and traditions that its people still practice and apply to this day.
Moroccan gastronomy
Understanding Morocco between culture and tradition passes the discovery of its gastronomy. Moroccan cuisine is exceptionally rich Also, the specialties are at the same time spicy, varied and dietary. They are known worldwide and revisited in the four corners of the globe. Spices are of great importance. They are used daily to enhance the taste of dishes and desserts. Saffron, ginger, cloves, pepper, paprika, and many others underline the characteristic smell of Moroccan gastronomy. Among the famous specialties, we note:> mechoui: marinated lamb or mutton then roasted on a spit for a few hours. The meat comes out tender and very crispy.> the intensely spicy couscous is served with a vegetable ragout and grilled fish – the baklava is: caramelized pastry made with dried fruit, honey, and orange blossom.> the pastilla: a sweet and savory puff pastry made up of poultry, onion, hard-boiled eggs and cinnamon.> Tajines in Moroccan cuisine are slow-cooked stews braised at low temperatures, resulting in tender meat with aromatic vegetables and sauce. There are two different types of tagines used in traditional Moroccan tagines; ground beef and whole pieces of meat either bone-in or sometimes bone-out. Kefta …
Moroccan craftsmanship
Moroccans are clever and creative. Craftsmanship is a family affair. Moroccan culture wants it to be transmitted from generation to generation. It is therefore not surprising that this branch is well-developed in this country. Moreover, tourism and agriculture constitute the economic lung of the country. Who does not know the famous Moroccan pottery or its tapestries? A tour of the souks is set to appreciate the masterpieces in leather, ceramic, or silver. Large-scale production is not on the artisans’ agenda, although much of the work is already mechanized. Also, each model offered on the market is unique.
Berber Morocco
The Berber tradition is inseparable from Moroccan culture. This ethnic group has a great influence on the way of life and even on the politics of the country. Indeed, most of the leaders come from these people. Berber villages, ephemeral or permanent, litter the kingdom, as do the souks where you can discover a taste of their art. The ethnic group is divided into several categories: – the Tuareg nomads found in the desert.
Morocco, a land rich with history, culture, traditions, a perfect escape, that’s why 3TTravel suggest this:
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