Morocco cultural and civilizational heritage
Situated on the northwestern-most corner on the continent of Africa, Morocco historically has been the pathway for the migration of ideas and cultural exchange between East and West. Within its borders, Morocco offers a rich diversity of landscapes and cultures: the Mediterranean Andalusian coast, the Islamic imperial cities, the mountain Berber trips, and the desert Bedouin oases. Renowned for its spirit of hospitality and long-lived friendship , Morocco is an ideal location to explore the rich cultures of Islam, Africa, and colonial Europe.
Morocco has a rich and a varied cultural and civilizational heritage. Every region has its special values and characteristics and contributes to development of this heritage. Preservation of the country's historical monuments is a major responsibility for all.
Moroccan ethnic diversity, extending from the Mediterranean shore passing through the Rif, the Atlas mountains and the wide plains lying between them down to the confines of the Sahara, naturally receptive to African arts, has played an innovative role with respect to Islamic art. It brought about new patterns especially in architecture, illumination of manuscripts and decorative ornaments. These innovations were reflected in carpets, jewellery, pottery, ceramics, drape of garments, etc
