Merzouga

When a wealthy family refused hospitality to a poor woman and her son, God was offended and buried them under the mounds of sand called Erg Chebbi. So goes the legend of the dunes rising majestically above the twin villages of Merzouga and Hassi Labied, which for many travelers fulfil Morocco's promise as a dream desert destination.

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12 Days in Morocco: Rabat, Tangier, Fes and the Sahara
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12 Days in Morocco: Rabat, Tangier, Fes and the Sahara

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  1. 1 Experiencing Rabat’s vibrant culture and storied history on a guided tour of the Old Medina
  2. 2 Seeing blue in the white-washed walls and colorful decor of Chefchaouen’s “Blue City”
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