23 April 2009

Bahia Palace

A pretty good example of Islamic decorative architecture and Zellij mosaic tilework in Marrakesh.

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Above: This is what a jewellery store in any souk looks like.  This is also what they make you do.  Then they try and trade for your mobile phone with something ridiculous like a dagger. We declined.

Below: Our fantastic Riad in Marrakech.  Riad Sabah was wonderful, and the managers Sabah and Hans were super kind and helpful despite our constant plan-changing.

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