1. Jamâa El-Fna square, 2. Majorelle Garden, 3. palace El Badîi, 4. mosque El Koutoubia, 5. the Menara Basin
Between tradition and modernity, Marrakech is the promise of unparalleled pleasures. Strolling around the Jemaa El-Fna plaza and the souks with their bright colours and oriental smells, the red city meets your yearning for a change of scenery with a snap of the fingers. Horse-drawn carriage excursions, sunny patios, wandering artists and other day and night activities will cap off your visit in Morocco. You may enjoy all the architectural beauty of the medina by visiting one of the numerous riads, miniature oriental palaces built around a central courtyard, or you can recharge your batteries at the Menara, a magnificent park with a pool symbolic of the city. For Marrakech leaves the choice to its guests, banking on its remarkable diversity. You merely have to leave the city gates to immerse yourself in contemporary Morocco. The Guéliz and Hivernage districts provide state-of-the-art infrastructures, luxury boutiques and international ready-to-wear businesses, as well as broad, airy avenues; all in keeping with Marrakech’s unique character. A indication of expanding economic success, they are also festive and cultural sites with the Palais des Congrès and the renowned Théâtre Royal. Enjoy Marrakech by night by taking over the many themed venues, contemporary clubs and traditional evenings that reflect the people’ joie de vivre. In 2016, Marrakech will host the Cop22 to fight climate change, in recognition of its increasing international significance and good hosting capacity.