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COUNTRY INFORMATION - MORROCCO

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Location Of Morocco
Morocco is located on the western-most tip of North Africa, bordering Algeria to the east, Mauritania to the south and south-east, the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the Mediterranean to the north. Running through the middle of the country is the Atlas mountain range, which leads to the fertile plains and sandy beaches of the Atlantic coast.

Airports
Casablanca international airport is 19 miles south of the city and the travel time is around 35 minutes. There are taxi services into Casablanca and train services available to Rabat.

Tangier international is 7.5 miles from the city and the travel time is around 20 minutes. Bus and taxi services are available into Tangier.

Other international airports include Rabat-Salé (RBA), Fez (FEZ) and Marrakech (RAK)

Language
The official language is Arabic, but a large minority speaks Berber. French is widely spoken throughout the country, except in the northern regions where Spanish is more predominant. English is also understood, particularly in the north and the main tourist areas.

Places To Go
To enjoy the spirit of Morocco, wander the streets of the great cities. Fès, the ancient capital, has a stunning array of medieval buildings, while Marrakech compels attention, its world-famous souk (market) selling a bewildering array of goods. Both hark back to the Arab dynasties that ruled the country from the Muslim conquest. Casablanca, a thriving commercial centre and Rabat, the capital, reflect their modern French origins. Tangier is mildly seedy and slightly melancholy. All Moroccan cities are crowded, the hustlers a fact of life. For a change of pace, visit Essaouira, a laid-back seaside town.

Office National Marocain de Tourisme (Moroccan National Tourist Office)
BP 19
Angle 31-rue Ouid Fès et avenue al Abtal
Agdal
Rabat
Morocco
Tel: (37) 673 918 or 673 756 or 674 013.
Fax: (37) 674 015.
E-mail: visitmorocco@onmt.org.ma
Website: www.visitmorocco.com

Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco
49 Queen’s Gate Gardens
London
SW7 5NE
UK
Tel: (020) 7581 5001/4.
Fax: (020) 7225 3862.
E-mail: mail@sifamaldn.org
Website: www.mincom.gov.ma
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1700; 1000-1300 (visa section); closed UK and Moroccan national holidays.

Moroccan Consulate
Diamond House
97-99 Praed Street
London
W2 1NT
UK
Tel: (020) 7724 0624.
Fax: (020) 7706 7407.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1230.
Enquiries from Moroccan nationals only.

Moroccan National Tourist Office
2nd Floor
205 Regent Street
London
W1B 4HB
UK
Tel: (020) 7437 0073.
Fax: (020) 7734 8172.
E-mail: mnto@morocco-tourism.org.ukor info@morocco-tourism.org.uk (general enquiries) or media@morocco-tourism.org.uk (media enquiries only).

British Embassy
BP 45 RP
17-boulevard de la Tour Hassan
Rabat
Morocco
Tel: (37) 238 600.
Fax: (37) 704 531.
E-mail: britemb@mtds.comorconsular.rabat@fco.gov.uk
Website: www.britain.org.ma
Consulate in: Tangier. Consulate General in: Casablanca. Honorary Consulates in:Agadir and Marrakesh.

CIA World Factbook - Morrocco
Morrocco.com - Categorized, annotated directory of Morocco-related web sites. Also has email and message boards.
Ministry of Communication - Provides you with information about Morocco: foundation, politics, culture, tourism, economy, investments, Moroccan daily news.

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