Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco · Africa
Marrakesh is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Méchouar-Kasba, 5km from Circuit International Automobile Moulay El Hassan.
Marrakesh is a city located in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco. With a population of 995,871, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Marrakesh sits in Morocco, where you drive on the right. It's in the Africa/Casablanca time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Marrakesh to your route.
Marrakesh or Marrakech is the fourth-largest city in Morocco. It is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco and is the capital of the Marrakesh-Safi region. The city lies west of the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.
The city was founded circa 1070 by Abu Bakr ibn Umar as the capital of the Almoravid dynasty. TheRead more
Almoravids established the first major structures in the city and shaped its layout for centuries to come. The red walls of the city, built by Ali ibn Yusuf in 1122–1123, and various buildings constructed in red sandstone afterwards, have given the city the nickname of the "Red City" or "Ochre City". Marrakesh grew rapidly and established itself as a cultural, religious, and trading centre for the Maghreb. After a period of decline, Marrakesh regained its status in the early 16th century as the capital of the Saadian dynasty, with sultans Abdallah al-Ghalib and Ahmad al-Mansur embellishing the city with an array of sumptuous monuments. Beginning in the 17th century, the city became popular among Sufi pilgrims for its seven patron saints who are buried here. In 1912, the French Protectorate in Morocco was established and T'hami El Glaoui became Pasha of Marrakesh and generally held this position until the independence of Morocco and the reestablishment of the monarchy in 1956.
Marrakesh comprises an old fortified city packed with vendors and their stalls. This medina quarter is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and contains the Jemaa el-Fnaa square, a large number of souks (markets), the Kutubiyya Mosque, and many other historic and cultural sites. The city serves as a major economic centre and tourist destination. Property and hotel development in Marrakesh have grown dramatically in the 21st century. Marrakesh is particularly popular with the French, and numerous French celebrities own property in the city.
Marrakesh is served by Marrakesh Menara Airport and by Marrakesh railway station, which connects the city to Casablanca and northern Morocco. Marrakesh has several universities and schools, including Cadi Ayyad University. The city has become a major destination for tourism.
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Marrakesh is located in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco, Africa. The coordinates are 31.6342 latitude, -7.9999 longitude.
Marrakesh has a population of approximately 995,871 people, making it a city in Morocco.
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Essential numbers in Morocco
Royal Gendarmerie (outside cities): 177.
Full driving guide for Morocco3 notable places within an hour's drive.
famous road
A street circuit in Marrakech running alongside the Menara gardens, host of the World Touring Car Championship. Palm-lined public boulevards outside race weekends.
5 km · about 10 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A green river valley south of Marrakesh with roadside cafés and a road running to the Setti Fatma waterfalls.
47 km · about 55 min drive
mountain pass
A High Atlas ski station at 2600m, about 75km from Marrakesh by a paved mountain road, with prehistoric rock carvings.
51 km · about 60 min drive
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