Marrakech

Marrakech (مراكش marrākiš), known as the "Pearl of the South," is a city in southwestern Morocco in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Marrakech is a Berber word; it could mean the country of god (murt 'n akush), but this is not proven as there are many other interpretations. Marrakech is located at {{coor dms|31|37|60|N|8|0|0|W|}}

Related Topics:
Morocco - Atlas Mountains - Berber

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Marrakech has the largest berber market (souk) in Morocco and also hosts the busiest square in the entire Africa, called Djemaa el Fna.

Related Topics:
Souk - Africa - Djemaa el Fna

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Like many Middle Eastern cities, Marrakech has two main divisions: the médina and the modern city.

Related Topics:
Middle East - ''médina''

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Marrakech is served by Ménara International Airport.

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