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Morocco - History, Culture, Art & Architecture (Chapter)
US $2.40
9th Edition
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February 2009
51 pp
This is the History chapter from Lonely Planet's Morocco guidebook
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This chapter covers the turbulent history of the Romans and the Berbers and the close interdependence between the people and this land. Discover a bevy of street food, and explore the local art scene where Arabo-Andalusian music merges with hip-hop.
- discover the reason for Morocco's long-held attachment to the colour purple
- meet some locals and get to know the lives and values of the Moroccan people
- from the Bollywood craze to the traditional hamam- art and architecture in Moroccan life
- get abreast with street eats and local treats with our food and drink chapter
- read about your environmental impact before you get busy with your 4WD in the desert
Coverage includes: Prehistoric Flashbacks, Live Free or Die Trying: The Berbers, The Power of Conviction, Dynastic Dramas, Warriors Unveiled: The Almoravids, Sticks & Stones: The Almohads, By Marriage or Murder: The Merenids, Victory is Sweet: The Saadians, Pirates & Politics: The Early Alawites, With Friends Like These: European Encroachment, France Opens a Branch Office: The Protectorate, A Rough Start: After Independence, Renovations in Progress: Morocco Today, Renovations in Progress: Morocco Today, Women in Morocco, Sport, Music, Visual Art, Landmarks, Get Fresh in Morocco, Playing Favourites, What's for Al-Ftour (Breakfast), Let's Do El-Ghda (Lunch), Snacktime (5-Ish), A Late L'asha (Dinner), Drink Up, Morocco to Go, Landscapes, National Parks.
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