 Morocco — (mə rok´ō) |
About The People
Did You Know... The word “Morocco” was derived from Marrakesh, the name of the »» More
Eating & Recipes... In most homes the family eats the main meal of the day together. Before and »» More
In Their Language... Moroccans generally shake hands when greeting each other. To show one’ »» More
Fashion... The national garment is the djelleba a hooded caftan worn by both men and w »» More
Socializing... Moroccan culture is deeply rooted in Islam. When fortunes turn, people tend »» More
Family... | World Region: Africa
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Morocco History
Morocco’s strategic location has shaped its history. Beginning with the Phoenicians, many foreigners were drawn to this area. Romans, Vandals, Visigoths, and Byzantine Greeks successively ruled the area. Arab forces began occupying Morocco in the seventh century A.D., bringing their civilization and »» More | Statistics, Graphs, Charts, & Data Tables
Capital Cities... Rabat »» History of Rabat
Population: 31,627,428
GDP: $146,700,000,000 (USD)
Total Area: 446,550 (sq km) 172,413 (sq mi)
Currency: Moroccan dirham
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