Marrakech Riad Papillon Dipping pool at night

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Useful background information for tourists visiting Marrakech, Morocco

Childrens play area, Marrakech

Located on the Casablanca road out of Marrakech in the Commercial and shopping complex that includes the Marjane hypermarket there is a double height childrens play area and ball pond that is as impressive as anything we have seen in Europe. Usually open all day and into the early evening. If you are planning a [...]
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Terracota in Marrakech

Marrakechi craftsmen are experts in working with clay. Traditional cooking posts like tagines are made of this material. We particularly enjoyed visiting the terracota pot wholesaler to buy huge plant pots for Riad Cinnamon. If you are planning a stay in Marrakech take a look at our fantastic Riad hotels, and make a reservation today!
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Pharmacie de la Place, Jemaa al Fnaa, Marrakech

Pharmacists in Morocco can dispense many drugs, for example antibiotics, that would require a prescription in Europe. The Pharmacie de a place is conveniently located overlooking the main Jemaa al Fnaa square and has exceptionally helpful staff. A good address in Marrakech! If you are planning a trip to the Red City take a look [...]
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Sun loungers on the roof terrace at Riad Cinnamon, Marrakech Medina

We are very proud of the new sunloungers on the roof terrace at Marrakech Riad Cinnamon.  Stylish Elegant and above all comfortable they are individually handcrafted by Moroccan blacksmiths. Our Marrakech Riads are the perfect base from which to explore the Medina of Marrakech, and the perfect place to relax! Reserve accommodation today.
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Malaga to Marrakech with Andalus

Spanish low cost airline Andalus operates a convenient service between Malaga and Marrakech on Thursdays throughout the year. The flight time is under one hour which is a big time saving compared to the alternative of ferry then train from Tangiers We can collect you at Marrakech airport and whisk you away to one of our [...]
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100 page free Marrakech Travel Guide

Our Marrakech travel guide now has 100 pages of tourist information providing a free resource to visitors to Marrakech, whether or not they are staying in our fantastic boutique Riad hotels. Learn about the history and culture of this ancient city. Read Lucie’s guide to haggling in the Marrakech Souks. Discover the attractions of the [...]
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Ryanair Alicante to Marrakech

Ryanair now fly from Alicante to Marrakech, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The flight time is less than one hour and like most Ryanair routes there are some fantastic bargains to be had booking ahead. The Medina of Marrakech is only a fifteen minute taxi ride from the airport. We can organise airport collection and [...]
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Drying leather in the place Kissaria, Baroudiyine, Marrakech

The Baroudiyine district is one of the most historic in the City of Marrakech. it contains the Almoravid Kouba which is the oldest surviving structure in the Medina in as well the Ben Youssef Mosque with its famous Medersa, not to mention the Marrakech Museum. These world class attractions not withstanding the real charm of [...]
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Arabian Nights in Riad Cinnamon, Marrakech

Riad Cinnamon has a very special atmosphere, straight out of  the thousand and one ‘Arabian Nights’. We have paid special attention to lighting with features like these hand made laps to illuminate the stairs. Our Morrocan Riads offer the pefect base for your Marrakech break. Reserve accommodation today.
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Fez metalwork lamp, Marrakech Riad Cinnamon

This intricate lamp is hanging in the Essaouira Suite at Riad Cinnamon in Marrakech. It’s fine metalwork is typical of the Fez region in Morocco.  
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