If you plan a stay in the Red City, you have several accommodation options, between luxurious hotels, modern villas , and traditional riads , symbols of Moroccan culture and ancestral art.
Marrakech is home to several historic places and districts, including the Jewish district - or the Mellah - is an essential place of visit.
Known as Hay Essalam, the Mellah houses many historic places such as the cemetery (Miaara) or the synagogue.
The essential places to visit in the Jewish district "Le Mellah"
In 2014, a catering program was launched to give a new blow to the Jewish district and make it a renowned tourist place. This renovation includes its different souks, the walls and the facades of the old houses.
The Souk of spices:
Within the Jewish district, there are three types of souks: the souk of spices, the jewelry souk and the fabric souk. You will find everything you want to buy as a souvenir during your stay in Marrakech. Do not hesitate to visit these souks, especially the Souk des spices, where traders will be happy to present their products to you, and to explain how to add flavor and taste to your dishes.
The Jewish cemetery
The Jewish cemetery of Marrakech is one of the largest cemeteries in Morocco, containing nearly 20,000 graves. If you want to visit it, know that the entrance is free, but that it is customary to leave a little tip.
According to Jewish customs, it is best to wear a kippah during the visit. If you don't have any, no worries, you will be delivered one at the entrance to the Miâara. Maintained by the community, the Jewish cemetery is open 7 days a week and 24 hours a day.
Jewish weddings:
Each year, many Jews visit Marrakech to celebrate their weddings and family events like birthdays, baby shows and birthdays , while honoring their traditions and customs.
Marrakech offers a multitude of places adapted to these celebrations: luxurious villas, authentic riads, sumptuous hotels.
