Author Archives: Derbyshire Gal

Dyed wool delights

We stumbled upon this glorious rainbow of a street just outside the Ben Youssef madrasa. Wool of every feasible colour is draped from wires high across the street, while bundles of vivid jewel bright yarn and textiles are piled in every corner. I was a little giddy with the joy of it all!! Enjoy thisContinue reading “Dyed wool delights”

Ben Yousef madrasa

Next up is a visit to the stunning Ben Yousef madrasa with its beautiful tile work and ornate architectural details. The medersa was erected by Sultan Abdullah Al-Ghaleb Assaadi between 1564 and 1565 and remained for four centuries a bastion for scholars. It was an intellectual hub in Morocco for centuries. Students from all overContinue reading “Ben Yousef madrasa”

Market mayhem.

There is so much to see in Marrakech’s vibrant souks that this post is just dedicated to the many photos I took! The old medina is roughly divided up into various trades, although there is a lot of overlap. Here are a few of them. The metal workers market. The pungent, colourful spice markets. SoContinue reading “Market mayhem.”

Marrakech markets

Our first full day in Marrakech was spent simply aclimatising to the hustle and bustle, exploring and wandering the myriad of labyrinthian streets that make up the old medina. This blast to the senses is completely overwhelming at first, with stall holders calling out to you, cats streaking between your feet and the ubiquitous motorbikesContinue reading “Marrakech markets”

Magical Marrakech

I have been wanting to visit Marrakech for a very long time, seduced by the promise of colourful markets piled high with spices, textiles and ceramics. Being obsessed with all things vivid, bustling and hectic we were in for a treat – a chaotic treat, but a treat non the less! I have to admitContinue reading “Magical Marrakech”