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5 reasons to visit the province of Ouarzazate, Morocco



Ait Benhaddu, a clay city in the desert, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, was once the main stop along the caravan route between Marrakesh and the Sahara. This is an example of South Moroccan architecture.


In the 1940s, more than 90 families lived in Ait Benhaddu, then everything began to fall apart, people left and today only five families still live in the fortress. But in the years 07-12, restoration was carried out in order to preserve this historic place. One of the families even opened a traditional cafe there and shows visitors an ancient way of life, traditions and heritage.


Surely many of you have already been there remotely, because it was there that they shot the famous films Game of Thrones, Lawrence of Arabia, Prince of Persia and the Gladiator.

Since we were in African Hollywood, we need to see something else:

Gas station from the horror movie "The Hills Have Eyes." Everyone has the opportunity to see this place (the diner itself is closed, but through the glass you can see).

Atlas Film Studios. This is, for a second, the world's largest film studio, and all because the surroundings are suitable for any ancient history in the desert, for example: Alexander the Great, Black Hawk, Babylon, the Mummy (1999), Star Wars (1977). One of the most popular attractions is the Colosseum, where Crowe fought in the Gladiator.
In 2004, another CLA Studios movie studio appeared, so it’s also worth a visit.

Kasba Taurirt, once served as the residence of the powerful Glaui family. Unlike Ait-Ben-Haddou, the interiors of some rooms have been restored: the halls are decorated with stucco patterns with ornaments, and the floor is tiled with red tiles.

The world's largest solar power plant Solar Power Station, covering an area of 680 hectares and consisting of a high tower (250m) and half a million cylindrical-parabolic mirrors that reflect sunlight. Previously, for a month on the site masen.ma it was possible to send a request for a visit, now I do not know if it works.

Getting to Ouarzazate is simple: From Marrakech there are many tours for every taste and budget. Or a bus that runs 4 times a day. How many was in Morocco?]]> 5 reasons to visit Giza, Egypt https://travelizm.ru/tpost/puz3ghaszl-5-reasons-to-visit-giza-egypt https://travelizm.ru/tpost/puz3ghaszl-5-reasons-to-visit-giza-egypt?amp=true Sun, 10 May 2020 13:53:00 +0300 Egypt

5 reasons to visit Giza, Egypt

Giza, Egypt


Guess what Egypt looks like a Christmas tree? Correctly! It is also the same color in winter and winter - the color of the turquoise sea, vibrant underwater life and a motley-clad crowd of tourists.

Among the main attractions of Egypt, a must-see, are the pyramids of Cheops, the pyramids of Chefren and Mykerin in the town of Giza, the world-famous figure of the Sphinx.
In addition to beach vacations, there is something to do in Egypt, so we are starting our list of TOP-5 things to do in this African country:

  1. Meet the dawn on the mountain of Moses. Late in the evening, people from different countries come to Mount Sinai and begin to climb to the top in order to wait for the sunrise in the morning. Indescribable sight.
  2. Visit Alexandria - the seat of the great Cleopatra. The Alexandria Library and the Faros Lighthouse, which are also regarded as world miracles, are located right here.
  3. See a real oasis. The most interesting among the many Egyptian oases is Siwa, which is spread in the Western desert. It is unique in that the “hand of civilization” hardly reached it.
  4. Go for cool photos in Color Canyon. This is a real labyrinth of phantasmagoric colors and textural backgrounds. This is probably a paradise on earth for designers, fashion designers, photographers and lovers to post beautiful photos from the rest on social networks.
  5. Take a promenade along the Nile - the longest river on the planet. Its waters have become the habitat of the world's largest crocodiles. Such a water trip will reveal the beauty of the wildlife of Egypt. ⠀

Probably many were in Egypt, right? Who, where was from our list?]]> 5 reasons to visit Kenya https://travelizm.ru/tpost/ybzx4a4lgc-5-reasons-to-visit-kenya https://travelizm.ru/tpost/ybzx4a4lgc-5-reasons-to-visit-kenya?amp=true Sun, 10 May 2020 13:48:00 +0300 Kenya

5 reasons to visit Kenya

Masai Mara, Kenya

Masai Mara is a nature reserve in southwestern Kenya, located near the Tanzanian border, 275 km from Nairobi. Together with the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, Masai Mara forms one of Africa's largest and most diverse ecosystems. The Great Antelope Migration takes place here annually, which is a “trick” of both places.

During a trip to the reserve you will find a variety of wild animals: lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, antelopes, zebras, impals, gazelles, hippos, giraffes and many, many others . Opened in 1974, Masai Mara covers an area of ​​1,510 square meters. km of plains and forests and is the richest in Africa. You can visit Masai Mara during the year, but it is better to do this during the Great Migration from August to September. If you decide to visit Kenya, Masai Mara is a must visit.

The nearest settlement to Masai Mara is Naroka (125 km). From the capital of Nairobi, a distance of 267 km.

In the photo you can see the highest point of the continent - Kilimanjaro volcano. You can’t see him from Mamai Mara, so we recommend driving her to Ambozeli park in order to enjoy this beauty and try to make a similar shot.

Catch our TOP 5 things to do in Kenya:
  1. To be on two earth hemispheres at the same time. This is one of the countries located at the equator.
  2. Spend the night at the bush camp. An evening bonfire under the grunt of a hippopotamus, buzzing bugs and the roar of a lion, which could be better.
  3. Breakfast with a giraffe from the same plate in the cafe of the Giraffe Manor Boutique Hotel. Still, probably saw these photos?
  4. Try real Kenyan tea with milk and herbs.
  5. Get to the coast of the Indian Ocean. The underwater world of these places is not inferior to the Red Sea. ⠀

Who was in Africa and in which countries?

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5 reasons to be in Morocco

Sahara Desert, Morocco


We say “desert” - we mean “Sahara”. And this is no accident: the Sahara is the largest sandy region on the globe, stretching in North Africa from the Red Sea to the Atlantic for almost five thousand kilometers!

Dunes reaching a height of 300 meters, lush oases and endless dunes extending beyond the horizon - all this is one of the most amazing landscapes of the planet.

Sahara lies within the borders of eleven states, but you can visit without problems, perhaps, only three of them - Tunisia, Egypt and Morocco. A visit to the Sahara is a must. Our photo was taken in Morocco, so we prepared the TOP-5 things that you definitely need to do if you find yourself in this African country:

  1. Admire the cliffs of Todra Gorge. The narrow Todra Gorge is one of the most impressive places in the Atlas Mountains.
  2. Bargain in the markets. The markets of Morocco are a real treasury, where instead of gold coins and emeralds, rare spices, traditional ceramics, skillfully woven carpets, antiques, oriental delicacies, jewelry and a thousand other useful things are stored.
  3. Plunge into the bustle of Djemaa el Fna. In the center of Marrakech, in Jamaâ El Fna Square, traffic does not stop for a minute, day or night. Wandering artists, fortune-tellers, beggars, snake charmers, astrologers, acrobats - you will not meet here!
  4. Climb the Jebel-Tubkal peak. To take a break from the bustle of Arab cities, you should go to the highest peak in North Africa - Jebel Tubkal.
  5. See the "blue miracle" on the slopes of Rif-Reef. One of the most beautiful cities in Morocco - Chefchaouen has retained its original appearance from the time of its foundation, so it seems as if time itself froze in stone facades, mosaic window arches and cobbled squares. ⠀

And do not forget that on European low-cost airlines you can budget fly to Morocco. Who was that like it?]]> 5 reasons to go to Zimbabwe https://travelizm.ru/tpost/fh2vis2uge-5-reasons-to-go-to-zimbabwe https://travelizm.ru/tpost/fh2vis2uge-5-reasons-to-go-to-zimbabwe?amp=true Sun, 10 May 2020 13:37:00 +0300 Zimbabwe

5 reasons to go to Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe.
Do you like safari? Want to see wild animals at arm's length? You must be here.

Most of the country's territory is occupied by wildlife, which is of particular value today. About 10% of Zimbabwe belong to nature reserves. The country is located in the southern part of the continent between the Zambezi and Limpopo rivers. Well, the main attraction is Victoria Falls.

Naturally, the main purpose of visiting Zimbabwe is national parks, but besides them there are enough attractions.



About what other places you can visit in the country, we made up the TOP 5:

  1. See Victoria Falls. Width - about 1800 meters (according to this indicator, the waterfall occupies the fourth place in the world), the height varies from 80 meters on the right bank to 108 meters in the center.
  2. Visit the Hwange National Park. The largest wildlife park in Zimbabwe, one of the main attractions of South Africa. More than 400 species of birds and more than 1000 species of animals live here. One of the largest populations of the African elephant and buffalo is located here. In addition, in Hwang you can see the gemsbok, hyena, saber-horn antelope, lion, various giraffes, rhinos and other African animals.
  3. The hills of Matobo. Another Zimbabwe National Park combines historical landmarks and natural beauty.
  4. Visit the Greater Zimbabwe. Familiarity with the country is best to start with Greater Zimbabwe - spread over 24 hectares in the province of Masvingo stone ruins of the ancient city, founded around 1130 AD.
  5. Climb to the Chimanimani Mountains. Amazing landscape and impeccable environment of these mountains have always attracted courageous travelers. The highest point is 2,440 meters.
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