Insight Guides Experience Marrakech (Travel Guide eBook)

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Explore iconic cities afresh.
Been there, done that? Want a more authenticexperience?
Then this stylish Insight guides ExperienceMarrakesh is for you.
Fromseeing un-missable top attractions like saadian Tombs from a new perspective,to discovering hidden gems like Spice Square, this innovative book - with freeapp and eBook - is ideal for travellers seeking a unique experience ofMarrakesh. Whether you're a first-timer hoping for off-the-beaten track adventures,or a repeat visitor in search of authentic Marrakesh, this guide will help youplan and experience an unforgettable trip.
· Over 100insider ideas to make your trip unique, authentic and utterly unforgettable,from exploring the Medina Wall in horse drawn carriage to having dinner withlocals at Chez Bejgueni
· In the Moodsection suggests the best places to go for inspired art,shopping, fine dining and family fun experiences, and more besides - ideal whenyou feel like following your impulses
· Compact andconcise, this is a stylish and practical companion when you're out and aboutmaking memorable moments, neatly organised into neighbourhoods, from CentralMedina to Gueliz
· Stunning colour photography brings this sensationalcity and its people to life with panache
· Invaluable maps and Essentials section ensure you won't get lost while venturing off well-travelledroads
· Includes innovativeextras that are unique in the market - all ExperienceGuides come with a free eBook and app that's regularly updated with new hotel,bar, restaurant, shop and local event listings
About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer offull-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishinghigh-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. Weproduce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrasebooks, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs.Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus onhistory and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool toinspire your next adventure.

Informations

• Publié par: Apa Publications
• Date de parution: 01 novembre 2017
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781786718419
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 2 Mo

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How To Use This E-Book

This Experience guide has been produced by the editors of Insight Guides, whose books have set the standard for visual travel guides since 1970. With top-quality photography and authoritative recommendations, these highly visual guidebooks are designed to appeal to well-informed, sophisticated travellers looking for fresh insights into their chosen destination.
In the Mood For…
The In the Mood for… section is filled with suggestions, all grouped by mood, whether you’re seeking the best place for lunch or where to get the finest views across the city. Each individual suggestion is cross-referenced to the main selection of recommendations, where they are given full coverage.
Neighbourhoods
Every guide offers a collection of over 100 ideas for a memorable stay in a city, organised by neighbourhood, compiled by writers who know the city inside out. Travellers can browse a city area and find inspiration, with plenty of secret gems in the mix, backed up by clear mapping and a wealth of practical information.
Getting around the e-book
In the Table of Contents and throughout this e-book you will see hyperlinked references. Just tap a hyperlink once to skip to the section you would like to read. Practical information and listings are also hyperlinked, so as long as you have an external connection to the internet, you can tap a link to go directly to the website for more information
Maps
All key attractions and sights mentioned in the text are numbered and cross-referenced to high-quality maps. Wherever you see the reference [map] just tap this to go straight to the related map. You can also double-tap any map for a zoom view.
Images
You’ll find lots of beautiful high-resolution images that capture the essence of the destination. Simply double-tap on an image to see it full-screen.
About Insight Guides
Insight Guides have more than 40 years’ experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce 400 full-colour titles, in both print and digital form, covering more than 200 destinations across the globe, in a variety of formats to meet your different needs.
Insight Guides are written by local authors, whose expertise is evident in the extensive historical and cultural background features. Each destination is carefully researched by regional experts to ensure our guides provide the very latest information. All the reviews in Insight Guides are independent; we strive to maintain an impartial view. Our reviews are carefully selected to guide you to the best places to eat, go out and shop, so you can be confident that when we say a place is special, we really mean it.
© 2017 Apa Digital (CH) AG and Apa Publications (UK) Ltd



Table of Contents
How To Use This E-Book
Marrakech Overview
In the Mood for…
…souks, boutiques, and markets
… street food
... a spectacle
… pampering
… enchanted evenings
… decadent days
… sultans and splendour
… a glamorous night out
… family fun
… some peace and quiet
… sporting adventure
… culinary discovery
… traditional crafts and contemporary design
… escaping the city
Neighbourhoods
Central Medina
Watch one of the greatest shows on earth unfold in the main square of Jemaa el Fna
Ride around the medina walls in a horse-drawn carriage
Test your tastebuds and try something new at Marrakech’s legendary food stalls
Soak up the atmosphere at sunset when the muezzin calls from the Koutoubia Minaret
Treat your senses to the fragrant, colourful exuberance of the Spice Square
Explore Marrakech’s fabled souks, an artisanal treasure trove
Drop by three unique ‘art houses’ for cutting-edge art and design inspiration
Rise above it and enjoy lunch on a roof terrace overlooking the medina
Wonder at the craftsmanship of two historic riads: Dar Cherifa and the Musée de Mouassine
Shop with a conscience at a women’s cooperative
Shop till you drop at the hippest boutique shops in the medina
Discover Souk Cherifia – a contemporary boutique collective in the heart of the souks
Have a sunlit lunch and then cool off in a chic pool
Splurge on an unforgettable evening at the magical Royal Mansour
Forget haggling and shop for arts and crafts at the price-set Ensemble Artisanal
Feast like a sultan at one of Marrakech’s best Moroccan restaurants
Take home a piece of Moroccan folklore by investing in a one-of-a-kind carpet
Eat a mouth-watering Marrakchi speciality… slow roast lamb
Discover a secret garden in the heart of the medina
Southern Medina
Watch Aladdin’s lamp being made at Place des Ferblantiers
Find your inner Talitha Getty at the best kaftan shops in town
Discover the world of traditional herbal medicine at an apothecary
Rock the kasbah – at Kosybar, where jazz mingles with the evening prayer
Be bewitched by the sun-dappled courtyards of the Bahia Palace
Make like a Sultana and float away at Les Bains de Marrakech
Wander around foodie heaven in the Mellah Market
Take some time to hang out at Café Clock
Step into the Saadian Tombs – an architectural folly that rivals the Taj Mahal
Saunter through the historic Agdal Gardens
Glimpse the legacy of Jewish Marrakech in the cemetery and synagogue of the Mellah
Enjoy an old-fashioned cocktail in Bar Le Churchill at La Mamounia
Admire the finest Moroccan craftsmanship at Dar Si Said
Explore the boutique souk shops along Rue Riad Zitoun el Jdid
Imagine bygone days when sultans ruled in the Badi Palace
Be dazzled by traditional gold and silver jewellery at the Grande Bijouterie
Travel from Marrakech to Timbuktu at Maison Tiskiwin
Northern Medina
Spend a peaceful morning at the breath-taking Madrassa Ben Youssef
Marvel at images of old Marrakech at the Maison de la Photographie
Sip mint tea in the courtyard of the Musée de Marrakech
Take a wild ride through a fascinating part of the medina
Break out of your comfort zone and have lunch at Marrakech’s alternative food stalls
Learn the secrets of Moroccan cooking at La Maison Arabe
Dine like a Pasha at a romantic riad restaurant
Eat under the banana trees at a lush garden restaurant
While away a morning seeking out vintage finds in Marrakech’s colourful flea market
Hunt for treasures at the most spectacular shop in the medina – a veritable Aladdin’s cave
Seek out the chic boutiques on Rue Dar el Bacha
Walk through the courtyard of Zaouia Sidi Bel Abbes, Marrakech’s patron saint
Stroll down Rue Souk Ahl Fes and discover the busy artisanal life of a fondouk
Explore Morocco’s living culture at Riad Denise Masson, the Musée de l’Art de Vivre, and Dar Bellarj
Brave a traditional Marrakech hammam
Watch the world go by at the atmospheric Chrob ou Chouf Fountain
Visit the Koubba Badiyin, Marrakech’s oldest building
Guéliz
Mosey around Yves Saint Laurent’s iconic Jardin Majorelle
Spend an afternoon browsing the boutiques for original gifts and trendy fashions
Take your pick from the best European restaurants in town
Reflect on Marrakech’s colonial past at the European Cemetery
People watch at glamorous Grand Café de la Poste
Lounge on a rooftop with sunset views and a cocktail
Eat for a good cause at the Amal Centre
Listen to live music on a hot summer night
Devote a morning to exploring Marrakech’s best art galleries
Spice things up and head to an Asian restaurant for lunch
Escape the bustle and take a stroll in two tranquil gardens
Treat yourself to the best pâtisserie in town
Have dinner one evening with the locals at Chez Bejgueni
Hivernage, Menara, Palmeraie, Environs
Dance till dawn at one of the city’s hottest nightclubs
Watch the sun set over the enchanting Menara Gardens
Pamper yourself at one of the world’s most sumptuous spas
Play tennis in the cool of an early morning
Leave the city behind and spend the day by the poolside
Visit Marrakech’s design district for the best in cutting-edge interiors style
Unleash your inner zen at two unique retreats
Play a round of golf against the dramatic backdrop of the High Atlas Mountains
Revel in thought-provoking exhibits at the Museum of African Contemporary Art Al Maaden
See Marrakech from a different perspective on a hot-air balloon ride
Amuse the kids on a fun-filled family day out
Marrakech Region
See the real Morocco on a trek through the magnificent High Atlas
Indulge in a day at a country retreat with unbeatable views
Ski on the highest slopes in Africa and have lunch in a French chalet
Explore aromatic gardens and Berber museums in the idyllic Ourika Valley
Let your imagination run wild at André Heller’s charming Anima Gardens
Have lunch by the seven waterfalls of Setti Fatma
Laze by Lake Lalla-Takerkoust, at the foot of the High Atlas
Take to the air on a thrilling helicopter ride
Go glamping and unwind in the majestic Agafay Desert
Speed through palm groves, countryside, and desert on a quad-biking adventure
Behold the highest waterfalls