10. Moroccan leather
Moroccan leather is very unique and tanned in a medieval way that has not changed for centuries. As you may know, the most famous tannery is the Chouara tannery in Fez. The leather is worked in a truly traditional way, giving it the most authentic character possible. You can buy slippers, bags, jackets, wallets, belts and many other leather items at a reasonable price and of high quality.
9. Argan oil
Argan trees only grow in the southern region of Morocco, in the Atlas Mountains. So this is definitely the place to buy argan oil and make sure it is as natural as possible, made according to the traditional Berber method. Moroccans use argan oil for culinary and cosmetic purposes, and although it is widely known for its benefits on all hair types, it is also extremely effective on acne and skin in general.
8. Lanterns
Lanterns are a very famous Moroccan item that you can take home with you, as they instantly remind you of the beauty of Morocco thanks to their detailed features. They can be found in most markets and are available in different sizes, shapes and materials.
7. Carpets and rugs
Did you see those bright red carpets and those black and white glitter carpets in the Pinterest photos? They’re actually handmade in Morocco. You can find them here at lower prices – you have to haggle, of course – and even observe the manufacturing process. Carpet shops usually display a wide range of carpets, and can even customize and ship them to your home abroad.
6. Bread baskets
These baskets, originating from the Sahara, are still handmade and are extremely colourful. Modern Moroccans have stopped using them, but recently riads and guesthouses have begun to include them in their traditional decor, which has made them a new trend in the young community. They are very cheap and easy to transport.
5. Moroccan pottery
The pottery that you will find in Morocco is really beautiful, and you will only find it here. These are hand-painted ceramics that come in all shapes, colors and sizes. They are the ideal gift to give to your loved ones, as they fit perfectly into any home as decoration.
4. Djellabas
Moroccan dress for men and women. For women, they are generally available in a variety of colors, materials and patterns. In fact, locals buy their own piece of fabric and take it to a tailor to have their djellabas made to measure. Men, however, have a limited choice. Since their hobbies do not usually include fashion, most of the time they buy ready-made djellabas in a shop with very neutral colors: black, olive or grey for example.
3. Market bags
These bags have been used by Moroccans for centuries and you can get them everywhere in the Kingdom. They were first used by women who went to the souks to deposit their products, instead of carrying many bags. You can observe women making them by hand in the main squares, where they often have leather handles, tassels or other decorative elements.
2. Slippers
Babouche means slipper in French, and is widely known as such in the Kingdom. However, in Moroccan, they are called belgha. Babouches are the traditional Moroccan shoes that have been worn for centuries by men, women and children. They come in all colors, materials, patterns and shapes. The prettiest ones are very colorful and can be worn everywhere.
1. The Fez Hat
I am a tour guide in Morocco, born in Tangier, a city located in the north of Morocco of Berber origin.
My parents are also official guides and they are one of the best tour guides in Morocco with more than 30 years of experience.
I am passionate about history, that’s why I will explain you in bref the meaning of the hat of Fez in Morocco.
First of all you should know that Fez is a city in the north of the interior of Morocco and the capital of the administrative region of Fes-Meknes. It is the second largest city in Morocco after Casablanca, with a population of 1.4 million inhabitants (2014).
The Fez is a special hat with an acorn on top, which was popularized during the Ottoman period. In Arabic, Fez is called tarboosh. There are generally two types of this hat: one is in the shape of a truncated cone made of red felt, and the other is a short cylinder made of kilim fabric.
Originally called “tarboosh” by Moroccans, Fez hats have a long and complicated history in the Middle East, Eastern Europe and North Africa.
In North Africa, especially in Morocco, the fez is a symbol of nationalism; it was historically worn to protest against French occupation. Today, it is associated with the Moroccan royal court. The King of Morocco, the Royal Guard, ministers and palace staff all wear the fez, and most Moroccans also wear the hat on special occasions such as weddings, Muslim holidays, etc. Its place is not very different from that of the top hat in the United Kingdom or the United States. Unless you are dressing for a wedding or funeral, or attending a ceremony at the royal palace, it is rare to see a young man wearing a fez.
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