Giving Back Magazine April 2019 | Page 90

Escapadita MOROCCO Land of Intrigue R olling olive tree covered hills, towering snowcapped mountains, rocky coastlines, ancient Roman ruins, endless sand dunes, imperial cities with Royal palaces and exotic ancient marketplaces are all part of the allure of this land of legends and mysteries. The people, cuisines and cultures are a mix or Berber, Arab, African and European melded into a warm, welcoming and vibrant country. Morocco is situated in the northwest corner of Africa, a short flight or ferry ride from Spain. We started in the city of Fes with its well preserved Andalusian and African architecture that has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Co-Publishers Danitza and Esteban Villanueva at Palais Bahia in Marrakech 90 GBSAN.COM | APRIL 2019 Situated in the hills outside Fes are the ancient ruins of Volubilis dating back to 3rd century B.C. This city was the furthest trading outpost of the Roman Empire.