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Meknes imperial city in Morocco
Founded in the 11th
century by the Almoravids as a military settlement, Meknes became a capital
under Sultan Moulay Ismaïl (1672–1727), the founder of the Alawite dynasty.
The
sultan turned it into a impressive city in Spanish-Moorish style, surrounded by
high walls with great doors, where the harmonious blending of the Islamic and
European styles of the 17th century Maghreb are still evident today.
Very nice to walk discovering the streets.
Sidi Bou Said the blue and white in northern Tunisia
Sidi Bou Said is a lovely town just north of Tunis, located on top of a steep cliff overlooking the
Mediterranean.
Brilliant blue doors are framed with white-washed
walls, draped in fragrant, cascading flowers.
It's just a beautiful place to explore. Sidi Bou Said
has inspired artists like Paul Klee and writer André Gide.
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
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