At least since the 17th Century, this place has been the heart and soul of Marrakesh, a meeting place for residents of Morocco and tourists from around the world. No one could have planned the Djemaa ...

Djemaa el-Fna translates to Assembly of the Dead. Which sounds a lot grimmer and less lively than the place itself: one of the largest squares in Marrakech's medina, and the main one as far as both ...

Haggling is an art. Here are six tips to ensure successful negotiations in Marrakech: Beware the mint tea: Tempting though the shopkeeper’s mint tea may be, accept his offer at your peril (unless ...

The most exotic place you can reach within five hours of Ireland is a mesmerising mix of culture, cafes and souks, writes Siobhan Mulholland. Why go now? It's spring, so the days are warming up and ...

“Don’t go into the souk,” warned the gentleman in the bright red livery of the La Sultana Marrakech with a smile. “You will get lost.” True, the sun was already setting over this most North African of ...

The performers and musicians in Marrakesh’s Djemma el-Fna put on the best show in the country every night. Pity the sunset in Marrakesh. Tonight it attempts its best tricks, turning the Koutoubia ...

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