Introducing Chefchaouen: –
“Magical” is a word fairly overused today. But there’s a place that truly epitomizes the mystical adjective, Chefchaouen. Located in the northwest of Morocco, it’s a destination known by many – especially Instagram and Pinterest addicts.
Here are a few reasons why you should take a Chefchaouen day trip right now:
- Famed as the “Blue City”, Chefchaouen is perched beneath the raw peaks of the Rif Mountains, creating a dramatic landscape and an ethereal atmosphere. It’s one of the prettiest towns in Morocco, as well as a blue-washed mountain village that feelslike its own world.
- Tucked high in Morocco’s Rif Mountains, the all-blue Chefchaouen is a peaceful respite from the overwhelming frenzy of Fez and Marrakech.
- Translating into “Blue Pearl”, Chefchaouen is indeed a rare and beautiful gem. Do you love Santorini or other Greek villages that defy gravity with their Lego-like stacked structures on hillsides and cliffs? You’ll adore Chefchaouen for sure. Its construction creates nostalgia including the narrow cobbled streets and passageways with steep stairs interspersed randomly.
- Painted in an endless array of shades like powder blue, cyan, indigo, azure, and periwinkle, Chefchaouen looks alive in every aspect. The hues subject to change as the sun starts moving across the sky.
- Chefchaouen is a photographic paradise. Dawn is theperfect time to head out with thecamera as the streets are empty and there’re fewer tourists around, but through the afternoon and golden hour, the colors and shadows shift in ways that worth to be captured under your camera lens.
- When you are on a Chefchaouen day trip, you shouldn’t miss out beautiful, peaceful Medina. The Jewish refugees came from Europe lived there during the 1930s and was believed to be painted Chefchaouen in blue color to symbolize heaven or as a mosquito repellant and now thetown is well-known as “The Blue Pearl”. The town still keeps the age-old traditions alive. Every year the terracotta-tiled houses are washed with fresh coats of paint.
- The customs of Morocco include the locals will offer fresh sweet mint tea multiple times a day. It may seem like a meaningless gesture, but think that Moroccans are genuine in their desire to share a diminutive glass with you while chatting.
- Along the maze-like Medina streets, the craftspeople and artisans sell a huge variety of wares, like hand-woven blankets, rugs, brass teapots, colorful pottery, etc. The best part is browsing and shopping all of their handcrafted accessories without hassle.
- Painted in a mesmeric blue hue palette, the ancient Medina or old quarter is a great sighting that makes your Chefchaouen day trip worthwhile. You will see there, blue walls, blue sky, blue stars, and blue flowerpots while finding yourself in various shades.
- The air of Chefchaouen is filled with scents of spices, especially Ras el Hanout – a blend of cardamom, turmeric, clove, chili, cumin, and more.
Conclusion –
Are you really looking for a great place to relax, explore, and take trips to the cool green hills? It’s time to take a guided Chefchaouen day trip with Pure Morocco Tours and explore the colorful hues along with blue colors, making the perfect Instagram backdrop.
