A busy time for our final day, with contrasts of the modern sophisticated Marrakech and the tribal centre where camel caravans passed through in centuries passed. We set off early in the cool of the morning.
First stop was the Majorelle Gardens.
An extensive garden featuring palms and cactus plants set in the backdrop of vivid colours.
The welcoming courtyard near the entrance
The thick and sheltered bamboo forest
Gorgeous colour scheme
Koi pond
Central pond
A few birds feeding on the plants
The main building, now a Berber Museum, Library and cafe. This was originally Jacques Majorelle’s studio.
Jacques Majorelle (
1886-1962) was an accomplished artist, who moved to Marrakech in 1917 and bought a palm grove, which Yves St Laurent purchased and restored in 1980. Majorelle was fascinated with the Berbers and most of his work is dedicated to them.
Exquisite jewellery in the Berber Museum
From the Jardin Majorelle we walked towards the main square, despite the heat and with some excellent navigating by Paul.
Palm trees fake and real abound - camouflaged communication towers
An artisan’s cooperative near the main square with the whole gammet of arts, crafts and furniture at a fixed price
Instruments
Fabrics
Lunch in one of the terraced cafes at the Jamaa El Fna Square for a bird’s eye view of the daily activity
Dates and dried fruit
Special remedies
Souks full of local crafts
A final meal with our special Aussie girls at The Grand Café de la Poste.. a colonial atmosphere with spectacular decor.
A fabulous fortnight in this fascinating country. Congratulations to Exodus touring company for providing such a solid itinerary, special accommodation and experiences...and for such a reasonable price..excellent value.
Thank you to our fellow travellers for their good company, shared knowledge and the fun we enjoyed together.
mm_smith@bigpond.net.au
M&M
