Argon oil

We’re heading to the seaside resort of Essaouira now. Hopping on a small group tour to make the journey from Marrakech. Naturally this always includes some stops along the way – it is obligatory! First off we visit an women’s argon oil co-operative to see how they extract the oil for cosmetics and cooking. There’sContinue reading “Argon oil”

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”