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Morocco
Some countries come in natural to be popular tourist destinations. Morocco is one of them.Located in the west of North Africa, Morocco always has a moderate Mediterranean climate. It is mostly because the Atlas Mountains stretch through Morocco, blocking the hot air from the Sahara. Morocco is therefore hailed as the “Garden of North Africa”. Endowed with such an advantageous geographical location, Morocco can provide a very fruitful experience for tourists. For example, hikers can visit the High Atlas, and enjoy a panoramic view from the grassland of mountains covered with snow. While “hipsters” can travel around Chefchaouen, a city known for buildings in shades of blue. They can then take a lot of magnificent pictures.
Morocco is a legendary kingdom which, over the past centuries, has been interacting well with other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe and the Middle-east. Therefore, different cultures and traditions are so well-blended in Morocco.
The Berbers, an indigenous group in Morocco, have been coexisting with Arabs and have together formed a strong national identity. They value traditional cultures while embracing new ones. They have the oldest university in the world. The technology originating in the Middle Ages is still in use to produce top-notch leather products. Whenever the mosque rings the bell, local Muslims pray earnestly. There are street performances of hip-hop music that fuses with Berber music, to which people passionately sway.
Some countries come in natural to be popular tourist destinations. Morocco is one of them.Located in the west of North Africa, Morocco always has a moderate Mediterranean climate. It is mostly because the Atlas Mountains stretch through Morocco, blocking the hot air from the Sahara. Morocco is therefore hailed as the “Garden of North Africa”. Endowed with such an advantageous geographical location, Morocco can provide a very fruitful experience for tourists. For example, hikers can visit the High Atlas, and enjoy a panoramic view from the grassland of mountains covered with snow. While “hipsters” can travel around Chefchaouen, a city known for buildings in shades of blue. They can then take a lot of magnificent pictures.
Morocco is a legendary kingdom which, over the past centuries, has been interacting well with other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe and the Middle-east. Therefore, different cultures and traditions are so well-blended in Morocco.
The Berbers, an indigenous group in Morocco, have been coexisting with Arabs and have together formed a strong national identity. They value traditional cultures while embracing new ones. They have the oldest university in the world. The technology originating in the Middle Ages is still in use to produce top-notch leather products. Whenever the mosque rings the bell, local Muslims pray earnestly. There are street performances of hip-hop music that fuses with Berber music, to which people passionately sway.
The average temperature over the year is 17.5 °C. August is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 26.5 °C; January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of 9.5 °C. The average monthly rainfall in the country is around
The official currency of Morocco is Moroccan Dirham (MAD).
The official languages of Morocco are Arabic and Berber.
Moroccans attach importance to etiquette. When people talk loudly with anger and excitement, they will all be seen as impolite. It is extremely impolite to rub or wash your hands after shaking hands with others. After the Moroccans meet each other and shake hands, they must place their hands on the chest or forehead to show respect. Moroccans also greet one another by kissing the cheek (both males and females), but males can't take the initiative to do it to an unfamiliar lady. Males who want to greet a wife of others with a kiss on the cheek need permission from her husband.
Moroccans are all Muslims. They do not eat pork, blood, animals died of natural causes and animals that are not killed in the name of Allah. They are also prohibited to drink alcohol. During the holy month of Ramadan, it is forbidden to eat in public. It is not allowed to remake a photo of the portrait of the Moroccan king. One can buy the photos in authorised shops. Couples should not be too intimate in public.
Moroccans are very hospitable and have a habit of treating their guests with their best. Moroccans use round tables for dining or banquets like Chinese. Traditional dishes include pastilla (a pie with a pastry, filled with meat, vegetables, etc.), tagine (beef or lamb contained in a traditional potter and stewed over a charcoal fire, similar to a Chinese casserole), couscous (small balls made of semolina, served with a variety of meats, vegetables and soup) as well as grilled whole lambs. Their traditional staple food is round-shaped whole-grain bread.
Moroccan desserts are also famous. The amount of food prepared by Moroccan for guests is generally large. Therefore, having leftovers are acceptable, but try to taste all the prepared dishes to show respect and courtesy.
Moroccans love to drink green tea from China. They are also very particular about the method of making tea. Traditionally, green tea and fresh mint leaves are boiled in a special iron pot or stirred with boiling water, and is usually consumed with sugar.
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By sea
You can take ferries from Tangier to the port cities in France, Spain and Italy.
By air
The main international airports are Mohammed V International Airport (IATA:CMN), Rabat-Salé Airport (IATA:RBA) andMarrakech-Menara Airport (IATA:RAK).
Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Kingdom of Morocco
Address: 16, Avenue Ahmed Balafrej, Souissi, Rabat, Morocco
Tel: (212) 537-754-092
Email: chinaemb_ma@mfa.gov.cn
Website: Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Kingdom of Morocco
Emergency numbers
Medical emergency: 190
Police: 190
Fire brigade: 190
HKSAR passport holders can enjoy visa-free access or visa-on-arrival to Morocco. The duration of stay allowed is 30 days.
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