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square at midnight.]] Marrakech (مراكش ''marrākiš''), or '''Marrakesh''' known as the "Pearl of the South," is a city in southwestern Morocco in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains . ''Marrakech'' is a Berber word; it could mean ''the country of God'' (''murt 'n akush''), but this is unproven as there are many other interpretations . Marrakech is located at Marrakech has the largest traditional market ('' Souk '') in Morocco and also hosts the busiest square in the entire continent of Africa , called '' Djemaa El Fna ''. Like many ) and the modern city. Marrakech is served by Ménara International Airport . DEMOGRAPHICS ''Main article: Demographics Of Morocco '' The official number of residents is 450,000; however, the population is estimated to be around one million. The largest part of the population of Marrakech is of Berber origin. HISTORY ''Main article: History Of Morocco '' Yusuf Ibn Tashfin , member of the Almoravides dynasty, founded the city in 1062 . Prior to the reign of Moulay Ismail The Bloodthirsty , Marrakech was the capital of Morocco. After his reign, his grandson moved the capital back to Marrakech from Meknès . SITES Areas and neighborhoods
Mosques, medrassas, synagogues and zaouias
Palaces, dars and villas
Cemeteries, koubbas and mausolea .]]
Handicrafts and business of Marrakech.]]
of Marrakech.]]
Museums
Ramparts and gates .]]
Places and squares in the evening.]]
Gardens and parks
Other structures
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