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📣 Hinweise für Reisende

Morocco, in Northwest Africa, is known for its diverse landscapes, from Atlas peaks to Sahara dunes, and its vibrant culture. Travelers can expect a mix of historical sites, souqs, and coastal towns.

• During Ramadan, non-Muslim visitors are asked to respect the local custom of abstaining from public consumption of food, drink, or smoking.
• Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, causes a temporary slowdown and increased travel activity.
• Avoid discussing political or regional disputes, including those concerning the royal family or Western Sahara.
• Do not criticize religion from an agnostic viewpoint, as Islam is integral to daily life.
• It is illegal to show contempt for national symbols.
• Understanding local customs, such as yielding seats to elders, is considered polite.
• Dress modestly (covering shoulders and knees) and respect Islam by removing shoes and dressing conservatively when entering mosques. Greeting locals with 'Salaam Alaykum' and using your right hand are recommended practices. Public displays of affection should be avoided.