MOROCCO at EPCOT
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From Berber Oasis to Restaurant Marrakesh, the Morocco showcase at Walt Disney World Epcot captures the mystery and excitement of the exotic North African kingdom.
For World Showcase guests, the first glimpse of Morocco will likely be the Koutoubia Minaret, the famous prayer tower in Marrakesh which stands guard over the entrance.
Located just across the promenade from the tower is Berber Oasis. A sampling of the handicrafts for which Morocco is famous is on display in this tent near World Showcase Lagoon.
In the same area, an ancient waterwheel lifts water from the lagoon to a formal garden. It's a relaxing, shady spot with colorful floral beds and the soothing sounds of splashing water flowing down wooden troughs. The scene re-creates a typical Moroccan desert garden.
The Medina, or old city, portion of the pavilion allows guests to experience the feeling of a bustling Moroccan marketplace. Shoppers browsing among the thousands of authentic Moroccan crafts will find straw baskets, woodcarvings, custom jewelry, leather goods, brass pots and much more.
Moroccan art is featured throughout the showcase and the Moroccan government helped arrange for master artisans to create the detailed geometric patterns in the buildings characteristic of Islamic style and color. These artisans also supervised installation of the ornate woodcarvings and roofing tiles created in Morocco especially for the showcase.
A traditional fountain, inspired by the Najjarine Fountain in Fez, is a centerpiece in the showcase courtyard.
From Berber Oasis to Restaurant Marrakesh, the Morocco showcase at Walt Disney World Epcot captures the mystery and excitement of the exotic North African kingdom.
For World Showcase guests, the first glimpse of Morocco will likely be the Koutoubia Minaret, the famous prayer tower in Marrakesh which stands guard over the entrance.
Located just across the promenade from the tower is Berber Oasis. A sampling of the handicrafts for which Morocco is famous is on display in this tent near World Showcase Lagoon.
In the same area, an ancient waterwheel lifts water from the lagoon to a formal garden. It's a relaxing, shady spot with colorful floral beds and the soothing sounds of splashing water flowing down wooden troughs. The scene re-creates a typical Moroccan desert garden.
The Medina, or old city, portion of the pavilion allows guests to experience the feeling of a bustling Moroccan marketplace. Shoppers browsing among the thousands of authentic Moroccan crafts will find straw baskets, woodcarvings, custom jewelry, leather goods, brass pots and much more.
Moroccan art is featured throughout the showcase and the Moroccan government helped arrange for master artisans to create the detailed geometric patterns in the buildings characteristic of Islamic style and color. These artisans also supervised installation of the ornate woodcarvings and roofing tiles created in Morocco especially for the showcase.
A traditional fountain, inspired by the Najjarine Fountain in Fez, is a centerpiece in the showcase courtyard.
Attractions
 The Treasures of Morocco - Free 45-minute tour for those who wish to know more about Morocco. Discover more about the countries culture, history and traditions.
Fez House - See how the Morocco people live in this wonderfully decorative representation of a typical Moroccan home
Mo Rockin'
 Pal
Mickey Interaction
Dining
Restaurant Marrakesh
Tangierine Cafe
Shopping
Berber Oasis - Moroccan treasures and handicrafts.
The Brass Bazaar - Metalworks, pitchers.
Casablanca Carpets - Traditional handmade carpets.
Tangier Traders - Clothing and leather goods
Marketplace in the Medina - Moroccan crafts, straw baskets, woodcarvings, custom jewelry, leather goods, brass pots.
Medina Arts - Moroccan Crafts and clothing. |
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Tips & Fun Facts
 Aladdin and Jasmine appear throughout the day to greet guests.
 Nine tons of handmade, hand-cut tile were used in authentic mosaics in the Morocco pavilion!
Nineteen maalems (Moroccan artisans) worked on the extensive mosaic art.
The Chella Minaret is a Muslim prayer tower, and the keyhole windows signify that worship can open up the door to the heavens.
Reproductions of the Bab Boujouloud gate in Fez, and the bells of the Madrassa can also be seen.
The King of Morocco was so enthused about having his nation represented at Epcot that he sent his own artisans over to create carvings and tilework.
The pavilion follows the pattern of many Moroccan cities, being divided in two. The ville nouvelle (new city) contains a replica of the Koutoubia minaret of Marrakesh, leading into a courtyard containing a replica of the Nejjarine Fountain, which in turn leads to the gated entrance of the Medina (old city).
You won't find any patterns containing people, animals, or plants, due to the tenet that only Allah can create life.
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