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^{Our son, 5 years old, – one day after the disaster – is standing in front of a house destroyed by the Earthquake in Morocco, Atlas Mountains, happened in the night to Saturday, September 9 of 2023}

Starting in the medieval city of ASILAH I took my torn trousers to the tailor.

Very good work!

Thank you – شكرًا

Asilah: a town that gazes at the sea from behind its walls.

The name Asilah evokes images of winding streets lined by clean, white houses with freshly painted walls that dazzle when they reflect the sun. You can hear the sea from Asilah because it’s lapped by the waters of the Mediterranean – parts of the town are strongly reminiscent of coastal towns in Cadiz. They say that Asilah (or Arcila as it’s also known) has the cleanest and most well-cared for medina in Morocco and it’s true that the inhabitants of this ancient town take great care over every street and Neo-Arabic building as if they were a prized treasure.

Almost all the houses are white but many add a dash of colour with borders, doors and windows in indigo or green. Buildings are also decorated with mural paintings by the many artists who have been drawn to Asilah and its town plan dating from the age of Al-Andalus. Other former houses have become attractive shops that you’ll love to visit as you wander the streets and discover the town’s charms alongside a population of little more than 30,000 inhabitants. (Source: Barceló).

Tetouan

Just like its first cousin, Tangier, Tétouan boasts a peaceful atmosphere. Known as the daughter of “Granada”, it’s a city with Hispano-Moorish footmarks. Its medina is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Not far from Tétouan, the seaside resort of “Tamouda Bay” expands on fifteen kilometres of fine sandy bay. Prestigious establishments have settled there, giving a luxury setting to the region. In the cristal-clear blue waters of the Mediterranean, you can onlye enjoy a peaceful stay while getting to know the art of living of the inhabitants.

Chefchaouen, Morocco’s Blue City │ But Why?

Bluewander the steep streets, souks and staircases of CHEFCHAOUEN, and you will find yourself surrounded by vibrant blue … .

Why Blue?

CHEFCHAOUEN’S JEWS – who long since relocated to Casablanca or Israel – are thought to have been the originators of the blue tradition, using it replace the green of Islam. Others will tell you that the colour is good for warding off mosquitoes, or is particularly cooling in high rig mountain sun.

The First Days after The Earthquakes (09/2023)

In the days since a deadly earthquake rippled through MOROCCO’S HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS in the night to Saturday, September 9 of 2023, our help is and was so desperately needed. And we did it as doctors. So we went immediately on top of the epicenter of the earthquake.

Marokko – Deutsche Hilfe für Erdbebenopfer (german only)

Eine Reportage von Kristina Böker (ARD) über unsere medizinische Unterstützung nach dem verheerenden Erdbeben in Marokko (09/2023).

LINK: ARD Mediathek.

Video: Das Erste – ARD

Essaouira

Essaouira, Morocco is an ancient port city also known as Mogador. It was likely established as a key seaside trading post during the fifth century before common era by a Carthaginian navigator named Hanno. The picturesque old medina is protected by eighteen century seafront ramparts lying adjacent to the main beach where one can watch the sun slip past the horizon just behind the namesake landmark island. Its serene pace and fresh seafare makes it a destination favored amongst natives and travelers alike.

Imsouane

A small fishing village, located halfway between Essaouira and Agadir, still authentic and not very touristy. Imsouane is however known throughout the world for being one of the most beautiful surf spots in Africa.