Going on vacation in Marrakech allows you to enjoy a setting worthy of the tales of a thousand and one nights.<\/p>\n
This is particularly the case when you spend time in a riad.<\/p>\n
It is a traditional house that is specific to Morocco.<\/p>\n
When you walk through the medina, you will only see the facades of the riads.<\/p>\n
But behind these big walls, there are architectural treasures.<\/p>\n
It is also the ideal housing solution for those who are looking for a little privacy but also freshness during the sunny days in Marrakech<\/p>\n
In this article, we will discover all together the beauty of this moroccan architecture and why it is so special !<\/p>\n
The layout of the riads<\/strong><\/p>\n An icon of Moroccan history, riads continue to fascinate the world with their unique charm.<\/p>\n One of the major features of riads is their layout, which is reminiscent of old Berber buildings.<\/p>\n Each room in the house is built around a patio that has a garden, a fountain and plantings.<\/p>\n The rooms all have a single access from the inner courtyard.<\/p>\n Quranic verses refer to the presence of four rivers in Paradise, which is why the gardens are divided into four parts.<\/p>\n Generally speaking, The first part includes a fountain in the middle of the courtyard and the other three parts include trees and plants.<\/p>\n The work in these houses is a work of renovation, respecting to the maximum the forms and the techniques of traditional construction of the riads.<\/p>\n This scrupulous work is accompanied by the most discreet interventions possible to bring in the indispensable elements of modern comfort.<\/p>\n Bathrooms, of course, but also furnishings in accordance with the needs of the essentially Western clients: for the bedrooms, bedding, sheets, pillows, towels, etc., for meals, plates, glasses and cutlery, are the essential concessions to the “international” way of life\u2026<\/p>\n Although in the house, meals can be served on low tables according to the Moroccan tradition.<\/p>\n With walls and fountains, carved wooden ceilings, zelliges that adorn the floor, walls or even tables…<\/p>\n It’s no wonder visitors find Moroccan mosques to be the epitome of Moroccan architecture.<\/p>\n AN OUTSTANDING EXAMPLE OF MOROCCAN ARCHITECTURE<\/strong><\/p>\n Riads have become a real lifestyle sensation that appeals to Moroccans and foreigners alike.<\/p>\n These traditional houses, located in the heart of the old medina, are very popular with people looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of the city.<\/p>\n Behind the walls that show the vagaries of time, are real paradises on earth worthy of a thousand and one nights.<\/p>\n These buildings blend perfectly into the traditional decor of the old medina, near the shops and craftsmen.<\/p>\n Traditionally, a riad is a dwelling that is based on an open courtyard that allows to take advantage of a natural sunshine.<\/p>\n It can be decorated with a fountain or a pool and usually has a lot of vegetation to bring freshness and greenery.<\/p>\n The roof of the riad has a balcony which also serves as a a glass-enclosed porch or room for sunbathing.<\/p>\n All the other rooms of the riad are turned towards the courtyard, a sort of green and luminous setting.<\/p>\n A few alcoves (bhou) surround it and allow to be cool and shaded when the sun and heat are present.<\/p>\n The riad is most often composed of one or more floors that house the rooms, places of rest from which emanates a feeling of well-being.<\/p>\n Neverthless, Today, a number of riads are being modernized while combining the charm of the past with current comfort.<\/p>\n These residences keep all the intimacy of their inhabitants and offer them a convivial space where it is pleasant to spend time.<\/p>\n The private riads respect the main lines of this Moroccan architecture.<\/p>\n They allow our guests to enjoy an exotic stay and discover the Moroccan expertise.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Going on vacation in Marrakech allows you to enjoy a setting worthy of the tales of a thousand and one nights. This is particularly the case when you spend time in a riad. It is a traditional house that is specific to Morocco. When you walk through the medina, you will only see the facades… <\/p>\n