The document provides information about Morocco, including its language, religion, politics, climate, cities, and culture. It discusses the role of women, etiquette for greetings and dining. It highlights two important attractions - Asilah, a historic coastal city near Tangier dating back to 1500 BC, and Chellah Gardens in Rabat, which contains Roman ruins and tombstones within its Arabesque walls.
3. Important aspects: Language: Modern Standard Arabic and French Religion: Islam Politics: Monarchy Politic Limits : North : Spain East :Algeria South: Mauritania
9. The life of the women ¡° Jelaba¡± or ¡°Foulard¡±
10. Meeting Etiquette ? When Moroccans greet each other they take their time and converse about their families, friends, and other general topics. ? Handshakes may be somewhat weak according to western standards. Once a relationship has developed, it is common to kiss on both cheeks, starting with the left cheek while shaking hands, men with men and women with women.
11. Dining Etiquette If you are invited to a Moroccan's house: ? You should remove your shoes. ? Dress smartly. Doing so demonstrates respect towards your hosts. ? Check to see if your spouse is included in the invitation. Conservative Moroccans may not entertain mixed-sex groups. Shake everyone's hand individually.
12. Asilah , also known as Arzila. , is one of the most pictures and historic attractions in Morocco . It is located approximately fifty kilometers outside the city of Tangier and has been dated back to 1500 B.C. Asilah
14. The entrance to the gardens is through a skilfully crafted door inscribed with Arabesque calligraphy and within the grounds of the gardens visitors will come across Roman ruins and elaborate tombstones. CHELLAH GARDENS