Morocco Info
ADMINISTRATIVE CAPITAL: Rabat
COMMERCIAL CAPITAL: Casablanca
GEOGRAPHY
A mountainous North African country sharing boarders with Algeria, Mauritania and Spain Morocco owns a land area of 446,550km² and a coastline closer to 1835 km's.
DEMOGRAPHY
A population of close to 32.5 Million. Muslims account for about 99% of the population.
CLIMATE
At morocco Temperature ranges based on the season, Summer average will be around 38°C (100.4°F) While winter average temperature will come down to 21°C (69.8°F). In mountainous areas like Atlas range tend to have minus values throughout most of the year. Northern Morocco experience Rain and a wet season during winter while certain areas at south will be cold and dry.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
Arabic and Amazigh are the two official languages. French ,Spanish and Engllish are considerd the main foreign languages.
LOCAL TIME
GMT +0:00
BUSINESS HOURS
Government: 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM
General: 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM
HOLIDAYS
New year's Day : January 1st
Proclamation of Independence : January 11th
Labour Day : May 1st
Enthronement : July 30th
Qued Ed-Dahab Day : Augest 14th
Revolution of the king and the people : Augest 20th
Green March : November 6th
Independence Day : November 18th
Based on the lunar calandar:
Muharram 1st
Birth of the Prophet Muhammad
Id-ul-Fitr
Id-ul-Adha
CURRENCY
Moroccan Dirham
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Police: 117
Medical/Fire: 15
Introduction to Morocco
The birth country of Ibn Battuta, Morocco is a mesmerizing place to visit located in North Africa. The Islamic expansion in the country began in the seventh century and since then Morocco has seen a lot of changes at the political end. Predominantly a Muslim country, Morocco is a beautiful place to visit and learn more about the Islamic history. Here is a Muslim traveler guide for those looking for a Halal friendly travel to this scenic country.The dazzling palaces, enticing oasis and the warm hospitality of Morocco makes the travelers feel at home. Finding your way into the cities is easy, as they are well connected by train, which is the preferred and budget-friendly means of transport.
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Couscous, Souks & the Hillside - Visit Taza, Morocco
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A seemingly sleepy city, Taza is an interesting stopover. After departing from Sardinia, Ibn Battuta traveled across Tenes, Tlemcen before reaching Taza in Morocco. This lovely hillside city is located in the northern part of Morocco and is about 120Km from Fez.
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The Ruins of a Charming City - Sijilmasa, Morocco
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Ibn Battuta set out in the autumn of 1351, leaving Fez and traveling across the High Atlas Mountains, to arrive at Sijilmasa. The city was located in present day southeastern Morocco, the ruins of which can be found along the river Ziz in the Tafilalt oasis. The city served as the terminus for the Trans-Sahara trade route till the 14th… -
The Ancient Walled City - Fez, Morocco
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Famously known as the ancient walled city, Fez is often compared to Jerusalem. The medieval capital of Morocco, Fez is where Ibn Battuta returned to in 1349 after Hajj. He then left Fez again to visit the lands of Niger across the Sahara Desert. The city was founded in 790 AD by Moulay Idriss II and has been continuously inhabited… -
Tangier Overview
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The hometown of Ibn Battuta, Tangier is located in northern Morocco at the western entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar where the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean meet. The acclaimed traveler was born to a Berber Muslim family in 1304 and set out on his journey from Tangier in 1325. The city has a rich history that can be dated… -
Morocco Overview
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The birth country of Ibn Battuta, Morocco is a mesmerizing place to visit located in North Africa. The Islamic expansion in the country began in the seventh century and since then Morocco has seen a lot of changes at the political end. Predominantly a Muslim country, Morocco is a beautiful place to visit and learn more about the Islamic history.…
