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Medina Souks · Ancient Souks & Bazaars

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Medina Souks · Ancient Souks & Bazaars

A UNESCO medina maze offering a sensory overload, organized by traditional guilds. **Key Experiences:** - Souk Semmarine main artery - Dyers' souk colors - Metalworkers' sounds - Spice square aromas - Leather tanneries - Berber carpet shops - Lantern souk evening - Riad hidden entrances **Notable Features:** 19km of souks maintaining traditional guild systems **Infrastructure Rating:** 8/10 with guide systems and tourist routes Average daily spend between $80-300.

Destination Overview

A UNESCO medina maze offering a sensory overload, organized by traditional guilds. **Key Experiences:** - Souk Semmarine main artery - Dyers' souk colors - Metalworkers' sounds - Spice square aromas - Leather tanneries - Berber carpet shops - Lantern souk evening - Riad hidden entrances **Notable Features:** 19km of souks maintaining traditional guild systems **Infrastructure Rating:** 8/10 with guide systems and tourist routes Average daily spend between $80-300.

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Best season
Spring
Difficulty
6
Region
Morocco, Marrakech

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