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Conference Venue
PIERS will be held in Marrakresh at MANSOUR EDDAHBI Hotel & Conference Center (5-stars). Marrakesh is located in the
south of Morroco upon the fertile Haouz Plain at the foot of the High
Atlas Mountains, Marrakesh is the fourth of Morocco's Imperial Cities.
Founded in 1062 as the capital of the Almoravide dynasty, it continued
in the 12 century as capital of the Almohades. Historically,
Marrakesh is known as an intellectual and commercial centre with lavish
buildings and splendid gardens. The ancient ramparts and gates of the
city are monuments to the city's medieval pre-eminence.
Marrakesh
is a genuinely Islamic city in both its genesis and traditions. The
modern city was constructed in 1913 during the French occupation of the
country and reflects the European influence. But the essence of the
city remains the same.
Marrakesh is also renowned for its traditional restaurants, popular
eateries, and open-air restaurants in Jamaa El-Fna Square, which has
become one of the world’s largest open-air food venues. Don’t miss
couscous or tasting some of the most delicious and varied types of
"Tajines".
Nightlife
in Marrakesh is bright and lively: Several places offer visitors
full-fledged dinner shows and entertainment. For a romantic tour of
Marrakesh, take a horse drawn carriage around the city at sunset.
For more
information on Marrakesh, please visit this site.
Every moment in Marrakesh is rich in
mystic and exotic charms. A delicious drop of mint tea, the snowcapped
peaks of the Atlas mountains, the muezzin’s call from the minaret, is
an adventure so captivating that it seems, at times, part fantasy...
Travel
The main
international airport in Morocco is the airport of Casablanca MOHAMMED
V. Casablanca has direct connections to major European cities (e.g.,
Amsterdam, Barcelona, Bordeaux, Brussels, Frankfurt, Lisbon, London,
Lyon, Madrid, Marseilles, Moscow, Nice, Paris, Rome, Strasbourg,
Toulouse) and elsewhere (e.g., Johannesburg, Montreal, New York).
Marrakech can be reached by plane from Casablanca (one hour) or by
train. There are also direct flights to Marrakesh (including charters)
from several major European cities.
Airlines serving Casablanca (e.g.): ROYAL AIR MAROC, AIR
FRANCE, ALITALIA, BITISH AIRWAYS, LUFTHANSA, IBERIA, AEROFLOT,...
There are also frequent and comfortable trains to Casablanca.
Visa
A
visa is required for citizens of some
countries. However, nationals from most EU countries, USA, etc. do not
need a visa.
For further informations please see this site. For the list of Embassies & Consulates of
Morocco arround the world, follow this link.
Passports
Non-Moroccan visitors arriving in Morocco are required to be in possession
of a passport valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
Note: (a) Children up to and including 16 years may travel
on their parents' passport, but must have photographs included in these
passports by the relevant authorities. (b) All temporary
travel document holders need to get clearance from Moroccan authorities and this
may take up to 2 months. Apply at nearest Consulate or Consular
Section of Embassy for further details.
Climate
The
climate varies from region to region. On the coasts, the winter is
mild and humid, the summer is hot. Inland, contrasts are greater. Weather in Marrakech is pleasent at this time of the year (March).
Temperature ranges between 12 C and 25 C.
Currency
The national currency is the Dirham. One US
dollar is approximatly equivalent to 8 MAD, one Euro to
11MAD For actual rates, please click
here. Traveller’s checks and credit cards are also accepted and
money can be withdrawn with credit cards at banks or directly at
automatic teller machines. Credit cards are generally accepted in
upscale hotels, boutiques, restaurants and other shops. |
Venue and Travel
