Algeria’s Cultural Misstep: Moroccan Zellige Controversy Erupts at Expo 2025
17 October 2025
Algeria never fails to be creative in appropriating what belongs to Morocco. The latest is the appropriation of Moroccan zellige, in Japan.
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Morocco’s Ancient Hammams: Where Tradition Meets Modern Luxury
2 October 2025
Present in every city and village in Morocco, the hammam draws its origins from Roman and Islamic traditions. For centuries, these public baths built near mosques have allowed (…)
Pierre Loti’s Historic French Home Reopens with Moroccan-Inspired Renovations
12 June 2025
The recently renovated and reopened house of writer-traveler Pierre Loti is partly embellished with Moroccan colors. This primarily required a famous French plasterer to travel (…)
Marrakech’s Ornate Doors: A Window into Morocco’s Rich Artistic Heritage
27 May 2025
Beyond its souks, mild climate and the nighttime atmosphere of Jemaa El-Fna square, the city of Marrakech also attracts visitors with the beauty and unique design of (…)
Russian Photographer Documents Morocco’s Dramatic 15-Year Transformation
13 May 2025
15 years later, a famous Russian photographer returns to Morocco and expresses his amazement at the transformations the kingdom has undergone.
Moroccan Tadelakt Plaster Gains Popularity in French Home Decor
12 May 2025
Tadelakt is a unique Moroccan lime plaster that meets all decorative desires and is trending in Europe, especially in France.
British Architect Finds New Home and Inspiration in Marrakech’s Medina
17 March 2025
Settled in Morocco for 20 years, a British-born architect is so fond of Marrakech that he has dedicated a book to it entitled "Shadow of Marrakech".
Moroccan Coastal City Essaouira Poised for Tourism Boom with $230 Million Investment
28 December 2024
A Moroccan city could one day make people forget Marrakech, considered the best tourist destination in Morocco.
Algeria Launches Initiative to Safeguard Cultural Heritage Amid Regional Disputes
5 May 2024
Algeria and Morocco continue to dispute the paternity of culinary dishes, traditional costumes, jewelry, architectural ornaments, as well as musical genres. A recently created (…)
Marrakech Ranks Among World’s Top 25 Cultural Cities, American Website Reports
22 February 2024
A Moroccan city is among the 25 best cultural cities in the world, according to a ranking by the American website "Insider Monkey".