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Marrakech: realm of the senses
The 1,000-year-old royal city of Marrakech has evolved into a metropolis with two faces over the last few decades. But the warmth of its inhabitants remains un- changed. While some of them still live an almost medieval life, others have adopted the latest material comforts.
Let yourself be carried away into the magical world of Marrakech.
People of Marrakech
Stylist Norya Ayron has delighted Sharon Stone and many other stars with her orientally inspired creations.
Young entrepreneur Nordine Fakir pursues his various projects with a singular passion. The Le Palace restaurant is his latest success.
Michel Sautereau, owner of the exclusive Les Jardins de la Medina riad, and his general manager Amina Benhammou.
Gallerist Vanessa Branson, sister of Richard Branson, transformed the El Fenn riad into a luxury jewel some 15 years ago.
Boujemaâ Belkaddid stocks over 20,000 beautiful handmade carpets. He’s a mine of information about them. And he speaks German, too.
The Old Town or Medina is the heart of the city, while the modern New Town boasts a surprising number of fashion- able restaurants and elegant shops. Arabic tradition blends with Western lifestyle, such as at Menara Airport, which was opened by King Mohammed VI at the end of 2017 and is widely regarded as one of the finest in the world. Another highlight: the Musée Yves Saint Laurent, which has been attracting long lines of visitors since it opened in October 2017. The tourist boom extends to the rest of Marrakech, too. Never before have so many people set out to explore the famous Red City. Almost 9 million did so in 2018!
With their colours and their exotic scents, the souks of Marrakech are among the most exciting in the Arab world.
The city’s souks off er a vast range of attractive Moroccan handcrafts. Be prepared to haggle – boldly, patiently and with a dash of good humour.
Jalal Nguyer’s Chez Lamine on Jemaa el-Fna serves the best méchoui in town.
A fountain burbles in the inner courtyard of the La Villa Nomade riad, which is over 100 years old and refurbished in full Moroccan style.
Behind these high walls lie the ruins of El Badi Palace, which was built by Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur at the end of the 16th century.
The Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech, a temple to fashion and culture which opened in 2017, boasts impressive architectural credentials.
It was in Marrakech that Yves Saint Laurent discovered the fascination of colours. His greatest creations, along with sketches, photos and films, can be admired in his Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech.
Babouches, the traditional local soft-leather shoes, are sold all over the souks.
