jemma al fnaa

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The world famous Jemma al Fna square is packed with Entertainers. Acrobats, snake charmers, storytellers musicians and a host of other performers all compete for attention and each individual has a personal story to tell. Abdelkhalk is from the dessert, he is wearing traditional costume and visibly enjoys sharing traditional gnawa music. Check out the […]

Spicy tea seller Marrakech-1

On the South side of the Jemma al Fnaa square between the night time food stalls and the crowded open space packed with performers is a row of spicy tea vendors. Each offers his own brew with exotic ingredients like Ginseng, Cardamon, Star Anis, Lemon Balm and Fenugrek.  The competing recipes are proudly displayed, very […]

Argana cafe Marrakech -1

Cafe Argana is located on the main Jemma al Fnaa square with panoramic views from the upstairs terrace, renowned as a particularly fine place from which to see the Marrakech sunset. The cafe was completely renovated following a tragic terrorist incident in March 2011. Remains a Marrakech classic     » Explore the Jemaa el Fnaa […]

Chez Chegrouni, Marrakech-1

Chez Chegrouni is one of the most dependable restaurants in Marrakech. Located in the main square just to the North of Cafe France. You may be lucky enough to dine there while the owner, Mr Chegrouni, is there. A philosopher and business man  simultaneously, he enjoys talking with his guests and is genuinely interested in […]

cafe de France-1

Cafe France is a Marrakech institution, located at the north west corner of the Jemaa al Fnaa it has been a meeting place and watering hole for Europeans since the days of the French Protectorate in Morocco. It was redecorated at the end of 2009 and inconveniently for the new visitor the Cafe France sign […]

djema el Fna square in Marrakech

The main square in Marrakech is alive 24 hours a day, but it’s character changes almost hour by hour.  In the daytime the many snake charmers are an ever present part of the tapestry. If you are planning to trip to Marrakech a traditional Riad in the Medina is a fantastic base from which to […]