How to plan the ultimate trip to Morocco

Staunchly Islamic and overtly spiritual, this land of minarets crowning Africa is also a heartland for Amazigh (Berber) mountain people.

Morocco 's medieval Arab rulers set the scene for modern Morocco , building kasbahs, ksars (fortified villages) and medinas.

Jews exiled from southern Europe added another rich dimension to Morocco ’s rich cuisine, especially to its unique cuisine.

Ouirgane Valley is one of several valleys ideal for gentle foothill hikes.

Aït Benhaddou is a highlight of the drive to the Sahara 's Sahara dunes.

Erg Chebbi is a once-in-a-lifetime experience riding a camel through the sands of the Sahara .

Morocco ’s northernmost city has long celebrated its close links to Europe and cosmopolitan foundations.

Morocco ’s northernmost town developed a cosmopolitan personality between 1912 and 1956 .

Fez el Bali is the oldest district, founded in the eighth century .

Jimi Hendrix , Mick Jagger and Beat generation writers including Jack Kerouac have all passed through Tangier 's fabled cafes.