A day in Marrakech

Marrakech, Morocco

Dawn - Medina

The eleventh-century medina is quiet before the traders arrive. Massive red sandstone walls enclose this historic old city quarter entirely.

Morning - The Souks

Guilds of artisans carve fragrant cedarwood and hammer brass lanterns here. I navigate the dense, labyrinthine network of narrow alleys.

Midday - Medina Courtyard

Social bonds are traditionally honoured through the unhurried ritual of pouring sweet mint tea. I respect local customs of modesty here.

Afternoon - Chez Chegrouni

Vegetarian Couscous is a generous platter of steamed semolina grains piled high with seasonal root vegetables. I eat where the queue is local.

Golden Hour - Koutoubia Mosque

The iconic twelfth-century mosque features a majestic minaret that serves as the architectural benchmark for the entire city. It sits at an altitude of 465 metres.

Night - Djemaa el-Fna

This vast public square forms the beating heart of the medina and comes alive every evening with traditional musicians and open-air food stalls.