The first mention of Zanzibar was in 1499 by Vasco da Gama, who wrote “came close a large island called Jangibar which is peopled by moors”. Originally ‘bar of Zangh’, a name which has Arab origins meaning ‘the coast of the black people’ became ‘Zinjbar’ and later ‘Zanjibar’. Zanzibar together with Pemba Island and some …
Zanzibar, a romantic, exotic archipelago, only 15 to 30 minutes flight from mainland, a wonderful sleepy island, is one of the East Africa’s finest beach destinations, surrounded by coral reefs with beaches lined up by huge sweeping palm trees. The coastal city of Zanzibar is growing in popularity for its crystal …
The House of Wonders was constructed in 1883 by the Sultan of Zanzibar ‘Barghash Bin Said’ as a ceremonial palace. Barghash made the door extra wide so that he could enter the house on the back of an elephant. The building has large & tall pillars and a 2 story …
The Hassan II Mosque is the second largest mosque in the world and is located in Casablanca, the minaret is considered the tallest in the world, standing at 689 feet or 210 meters. It’s a showcase of the finest Moroccan artisanship, hand-carved stone and wood, intricate marble flooring and inlay, gilded cedar ceilings …
A masterpiece of Islamic architecture, surrounded by picturesque orange groves and elaborate water features, the Royal Palace of Casablanca is a suitably grand royal abode. Located in the Habous district of the city’s New Medina, this is the King’s principal Casablanca residence and host to a number of important events …
Marrakesh is one of the Morocco’s four Imperial cities, the capital of the Almohad Caliphate in the 12th Century which sprawled through Spain and Africa. During this period Marrakesh was blessed with its mighty walls built from red Sandstone, gleaming mosques like Koutoubia, fine gardens and palaces. The Architectural influence …
Royal Palace Surrounded by French-style landscaped gardens, Royal Palace of Rabat serves as the residence of Moroccan royalty. Constructed in 1864, the building provided the setting for many important events over the years, including a royal wedding. Designed by French architects inspired by traditional Arabic motifs, the interior of the …
Tangier is a city in northwestern Morocco, has for centuries been Europes’s gateway to Africa. It is on the Maghreb coast at the western entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar, where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Atlantic. The Port of Tangier is located at the entry of the Strait of Gibraltar …
