Morocco Travel
Morocco, a land of color and contrasts, stretches from the golden dunes of the Sahara to the breezy blue coasts of the Atlantic and Mediterranean. It is a country where Berber, Arab, and European cultures intertwine in a vibrant mosaic of tradition and transformation. Morocco’s history spans thousands of years - home to the Carthaginians, Romans, and Islamic dynasties, each of whom left indelible marks on its cities, art, and architecture.
But Morocco is more than its past. It’s alive in the rhythm of everyday life - the call to prayer echoing through mountain valleys, the scent of spices drifting through maze-like markets, the ornate tiles that line ancient courtyards, and the timeless landscapes that shift from sea cliffs to sand dunes. Each region tells a different story, yet all are bound together by the country’s deep spirit of hospitality and beauty.
Through this series of articles, I intend to share our stories and experiences of traveling across Morocco with our fellow photography and travel enthusiasts. I hope they help you plan your travels across this beautiful country!
During the tenth labor of Hercules, which was to retrieve the cattle of Geryon, a fearsome giant, he had to pass through the Atlas Mountains, then thought to be the edge of the known world. Legend has it that instead of scaling the mighty mountain range, Hercules smashed through it with his superhuman strength, creating the Strait of Gibraltar and separating Europe from Africa. The Caves of Hercules are said to be the place where he rested after this heroic act before moving on towards his eleventh labor, i.e., stealing the Apples of the Hesperides.