Morocco is one of the few places in the world that offers a wonderful mix of ancient exotic cultures with European sophistication and style. This country is located at the northwest of Africa, and is bordered in the north by the Strait of Gibraltar and the Mediterranean Sea; to the south by Mauritania; to the east by Algeria and to the west by the Atlantic Ocean. The Moroccan coast extends over 3,500 km. The Rif Mountains occupy the region bordering the Mediterranean Sea from the northwest to the northeast, and the Atlas Mountains run down the center of Morocco to the south.
Morocco is an ethnically diverse country with a rich culture and civilization. Through Moroccan history, Morocco hosted many people coming from the East (Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Jews and Arabs), the South (Sub-Saharan Africans) and the North (Romans, Vandals, Andalusians), (including Moors and Jews)). All those civilizations have had an impact on the social structure of Morocco. It conceived various forms of beliefs, from paganism, Judaism, and Christianity to Islam. Each region possesses its own specificities, thus contributing to the national culture and to the legacy of civilization. Morocco has set among its top priorities the protection of its diverse legacy and the preservation of its cultural heritage The southeastern area consists mostly of the unpopulated Sahara Desert with most of the population living in the north near the mountain ranges. It is a Muslim country, rich in mystique and Islamic history. Some of the most glorious scenery in North Africa is to be seen in Morocco. Here you can experience a colorful mix of African, Arab, and Berber cultures with European influences.
Having over 356 sunny days a year and a varied landscape, Morocco makes the perfect setting for outdoor adventure. Whether journeying through the colorful sand dunes of the south, the imposing Atlas and Rif Mountains, or quaint Berber villages on the way to Morocco’s historical and exciting Imperial cities, the adventurous traveler has many opportunities to appreciate the arts and traditions of the rich Berber and Arabic cultures.