What makes Morocco so special?

Either for its deliciously warm weather, stunning natural landscapes, great cuisine, and tourist-friendly cities and culture, Morocco remains a mainstay in global tourism.



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Its official and predominant religion is Islam, and the official languages are Arabic and Berber (Tamazight); French and the Moroccan dialect of Arabic are also widely spoken. Moroccan identity and culture is a mix of Arab, Berber, African and European cultures.

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Morocco should be on the top of any traveller's bucket list – not only does this African beauty boast grand history and culture, it has some of the best and most diverse landscapes and scenery, as well as ancient medinas and an array of epic activities.

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The cultural diversity of Morocco is reflected in the varied architectural beauties that can be found across the nation. From majestic mosques to traditional riads, brilliant palaces and sublime centres of religious study, Morocco has many fabulous buildings to admire.

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As of 2021, Moroccan residents abroad constituted the leading nationality of tourists travelling to Morocco, followed by French nationals. The shares occupied by these groups of travelers reached 65 percent and 13 percent, respectively. Moreover, Spain accounted for 2.7 percent of the international tourists.

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Many people who visit Morocco come for the UNESCO heritage sites, the weather, and the beaches. But the highlight of their trip is often its people. The Moroccan government has launched a new tourism promotion for 2023 called 'Morocco, Land of Light'.

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The most interesting facts about Morocco
  • There is a Blue City in Morocco.
  • There is also a Red City in Morocco.
  • Morocco was the first country to recognize the United States as a country.
  • Tourism is a huge industry in Morocco.
  • 99% of Moroccans are Muslim.
  • There are several languages spoken in Morocco.


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Trekking in the Atlas Mountains, traversing the Sahara on camel-back, or surfing along the Atlantic Coast: there is a plethora of things to do in Morocco and places to explore. Also, check out the video for some of our favourites.

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FAST FACTS
  • OFFICIAL NAME: Kingdom of Morocco.
  • FORM OF GOVERNMENT: Constitutional monarchy.
  • CAPITAL: Rabat.
  • POPULATION: 34,314,130.
  • OFFICIAL LANGUAGES: Arabic, Berber dialects, French.
  • MONEY: Moroccan Dirham.
  • AREA: 172,000 square miles (447,000 square kilometers)
  • MAJOR MOUNTAIN RANGES: Atlas, Rif.


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Morocco is known for its cuisine, which is admired and imitated throughout the world. The country's cooks make heavy use of spices and local ingredients, such as saffron, mint and olives. Couscous is Morocco's premier food, and kabobs, soups and salads are often served.

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But Morocco is also a member of the Arab League - so officially belongs to both cultural spheres. While the adjective African to describe Morocco is a geographical fact, the use of Arab has also alienated many Moroccans who do not identify as such.

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The major resources of the Moroccan economy are agriculture, phosphate minerals, and tourism. Sales of fish and seafood are important as well.

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The main Moroccan dish people are most familiar with is couscous; lamb is the most commonly eaten meat in Morocco, usually eaten in a tagine with a wide selection of vegetables. Chicken is also very commonly used in tagines or roasted. They also use additional ingredients such as plums, boiled eggs, and lemon.

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Morocco allows the consumption of alcohol. Alcohol must be purchased and consumed in licensed hotels, bars, and tourist areas. You can also buy alcohol in most major supermarkets. The alcohol section is usually in a separate room from the main supermarket.

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It's not as busy as the high season, so you can often get good deals on accommodations and tours, but the weather is generally more pleasant than in the peak summer heat or the chill of winter. A piece of advice: Morocco is not expensive so even if you visit during the high season, it won't really cost a lot.

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Surrounded by a vast palm grove, the medina in Marrakech is called the “red city” because of its buildings and ramparts of beaten clay, which were built during the residence of the Almohads.

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Morocco's modern official Arabic name al-Mamlakah al-Maghribiyyah (??????? ????????) may best be translated as 'The Kingdom of the Western Place'.

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