22 articles tagged with morocco
The medina walls of North Africa have long stood as silent witnesses to centuries of trade, cultural exchange, and human connection. As someone who has spent a lifetime observing the intricate workings of the human heart, I find myself equally...
The first time I stepped into Marrakech's souks, I felt like Alice tumbling down the rabbit hole—disoriented yet utterly captivated. The sensory kaleidoscope of spice mountains, handcrafted lanterns casting constellation-like patterns, and artisans working with the precision I once applied...
As I stood watching the Atlantic waves crash against the seawall near Hassan II Mosque, I couldn't help but think of my mother's restoration work on historic buildings back in Auckland. She would have marveled at this architectural masterpiece where...
The call to prayer echoes across terracotta rooftops as the setting sun bathes Fez in liquid gold. I stand transfixed on a rooftop terrace, sketchbook in hand, watching shadows lengthen across the world's largest car-free urban area. *C'est un labyrinthe...
The first time I visited Marrakech was for a research project on natural dyes derived from regional flora—specifically the rich blues extracted from local indigo varieties. What began as scientific documentation quickly evolved into a profound appreciation for how natural...
Morocco has always held a special place in my heart. The intricate geometric patterns of zellige tilework, the handcrafted wooden moucharabieh screens filtering light into intimate spaces, and the way traditional riads blend indoor and outdoor living—these design elements tell...
The first time I visited Rabat, I was a skint university student with big dreams and an embarrassingly small travel budget. What I lacked in dirhams, I made up for in curiosity, which led me down narrow alleyways and into...
