It’s hard to believe that just six months ago I boarded a flight to Istanbul, thinking I’d never return. I’d had enough. I packed up my house. Left my keys with a friend. And planned to return only to move my stuff to my next destination.
But after five weeks away, I was longing to return. I realized that Marrakech is my city. It’s the place that makes me come alive. (Check out my post about Richard Florida’s Who’s your city? idea.)
You see, there’s a certain energy in Marrakech. You either feel it, or you don’t. It can’t be explained.
But there’s also a certain pleasant lifestyle.
It’s a place where fruits and vegetables are purchased daily, in-season and local. And make for refreshingly delicious juices.
A place where the houses in the old medina are old, but full of charm despite the endless headaches they may cause.
Where secrets are hidden behind every doorway. And in this case, revealed from a neighbouring rooftop terrace.
And walking through the medina is like stepping back in time, seeing the artisans hard at work.
That despite some tasks being extremely challenging, others are extremely convenient and simple.
And the local designers. Oh my. Step inside one of their boutiques and I easily leave with a few bags.
It’s a place to flock to in winter with warm sunny days with the Atlas Mountains in clear view on most days. And peaceful valleys nearby for escaping the hustle and bustle.
It’s a city filled with where I’ve met some amazing creative types who like to create their own schedule. And create by their own “rules” in life.
But most of all, it’s a city that constantly amazes me.
And it’s a city with a magnificent skyline. Don’t you think?
I just can’t get enough!
Have you been to Marrakech? Did you love it too?
It’s definitely my city too! I can’t wait to spend more time there.
Ive been there and I loved the Souk and the hustle and bustle of it…
Yes Mandy,
Like you I so love Marrakech and my very hospitable and gorgeous looking French and Marrakchi friends who make me fall head over heels in love with this beautiful city and the rest of Morocco everytime I come for a visit!!
I can’t wait to move to this city soon enough from London for a radical lifestyle change.
Good planning planning and planning first…
Thank you Mandy for your gorgeous blog. You keep my Marrakech dream very much alive!!