Today (I’m not even sure what day it is anymore!!) was devoted to exploring the ancient city of Marrakech which dates back to the 7th/8th century. We learned about various architecture styles, how the ancients lived, studied and cultivated their crafts. We visited the local palace (where apparently the Prince was sighted!!). We were learned about local oils/spices—-and walked away with a bag full of ancient remedies purported to keep us youthful, beautiful/handsome and strong!! (Rena and I proved that we are definitely our mother’s daughters). We then learned about the ancient art of carpet weaving and how to differentiate the styles from different regions and peoples of Morocco—-here we were more our Father’s daughters and walked away empty handed!
Finally headed back to the Riad to freshen up for dinner which was at an Indian restaurant—Bombay Marrakech for a scrumptious dinner! We were pleasantly surprised by how amazing the food was!! The owner and chef has been operating this restaurant for the past 20 years!! The food was just sooo good!!
To close out the night, Rena, Jeet and I ventured out on our own in pursuit of some shopping. What a sweet shopkeeper where we made our purchases.
And now we’re back, to call it a night so we can be well rested for our next stop (Ouarzazate) en route to the Sahara desert!!
Good night all!!
