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Proclamation of Independence Day

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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Varies
  • Restaurants Reduced
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Closed

🛋️ Long weekend potential

4-Day Block
SAT 08 Weekend
SUN 09 Weekend
MON 10 Bridge Day
TUE 11 Holiday

4-day weekend with a bridge day on January 10

📣 Traveler notes

Morocco is a culturally rich destination in Northwestern Africa, featuring diverse attractions such as bustling souqs, historic mosques, coastal towns, and medieval city centers. Landscapes range from the snowy High Atlas Mountains to the Sahara Desert.

  • During Ramadan, while non-Muslims are not restricted, it is respectful to avoid public consumption of food or drink.
  • The Eid al-Fitr holiday results in widespread closures and heavy travel.
  • Islam significantly influences Moroccan daily life and culture.
  • Public displays of affection are not socially accepted and may incur legal consequences.

About this holiday

January 11 is an official government holiday commemorating the Proclamation of Independence of Morocco, which established a call for national independence and a constitutional government.