The Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakech's most famous landmark
The Saadian Tombs - several sultans are buried here, and the tombs are known for their artistry
Lanterns are very popular in Morocco, and there are many shops like these that make their own
The el-Badi Palace. It was built from 1578-1602, and was considered to be one of the most beautiful palaces in the world. Today, it's mostly in ruins.
Storks build huge nests on the tops of the walls in Marrakech, including the palaces
The view of the Medina from the top of the palace walls
An interesting mix of old and new - note the satellite dishes!
One of the several gates leading into the Medina
Donkeys are used (and often abused) to carry all kinds of things in the streets
One of several beautiful displays of spices that we saw today
The Palais de la Bahia, home to the Grand Vizier (second in power after the Sultan) in the late 19th century. This is where the Vizier and his 4 wives lived.
Some of the intricate carvings in the palace - this is done from a plaster mixed with clay and marble dust.
Chickens and other birds for sale in a typical food market - they are weighed and butchered right in the market. Here is the before picture...
... and here is the after picture
Moroccans love roses - they have been used over the years for healing purposes - they're sold in many markets.
Olives for sale in the local food market
Internet on the streets of Morocco
These are used for political elections (the last one was 2 weeks ago). Each number represents a political parth and corresponds to the actual number that appears on the ballot (number 17 represents the Socialist Party)
This is the local bakery. People bring their dough here, and he bakes their bread in this large oven. This man has been doing this his whole life, and basically knows everyone on the streets of Marrakech. He can also tell the difference from one person
We were taken by Ahmed (our guide) to what he said was the best shishkebab in Morocco - he was right! This is a tiny place, and this man cooks the food right over this grill.
Food cooking in "tejines" along the street - these are mini-ovens (there's a fire in each one), and all kinds of meats and vegetables are prepared in each one.
Inside Ali ben Youssef Medersa - a beautiful theological college dating to 1564
Donkeys and mules are used frequently in the streets
The olive section of Marrakech' souks
Inside the souks - some of the areas are large like this one, and others are very narrow
Slippers being made in the souks
Even televisions are sold here
Entering the metal work area of the souks
The metal work area of the souks
This poor donkey (or is it a mule?) has quite a load...
One of the food stalls in Djemaa el-Fna (the main square)
Anyone want some SHEEP HEADS OR SHEEP BRAINS for dinner?
Snails for sale in one of the food stalls in Djemaa el-Fna (the main square)
These men are dressed in the costumes of the traditional "water men" (they carried and sold water to people in the desert)
