morocco mall ouverture

morocco mall ouverture


             
The initiators of the Morocco Mall promised dream. But the final product surpasses all imagination. The new temple shopping Casablanca, which hosts 300 brands, is ready for its grand opening, scheduled for Monday 5 December. A 5-star mall, which extends over 70,000 m2. It is part of the top 5 world-class collects and superlatives and awards. This is the first time a mall started its activities with an occupancy rate of 98%. Morocco Mall won the "Arabian Property Awards 2009" for his avant-garde architect. In addition, the Galeries Lafayette are already in the Guinness World Record. Indeed, with a total area of ​​3390 m2, the store has the largest façade in the world, built in a mall. As for the franchise, it spans three levels totaling 10,000 m2. Salwa Akhannouch, president of the group Aksal and chief promoter of the project, organized in preview, Tuesday, Nov. 29, a housewarming party for the benefit of the press. The pride on his face: "No company has been able to create 5,000 permanent jobs in one shot," said the group's president Aksal, which employs alone, 1,500 employees in various mall stores.
Nestled on the cornice of the metropolis, the new mall is ready to receive visitors. Some shelf stockers and other merchandisers are still busy bringing the latest keys. Obviously, the goal is to present their goods in their best light. International brands such as Fnac or Galeries Lafayette chose to open from December 2. An entertainment program will accompany the inauguration. "We have three years to select the 300 brands proposed by the Galeries Lafayette, 90% are introduced for the first time in Morocco," said Drouet Vincent, Director of Purchasing. Other stores offer at the opening, Monday, promotions to attract and retain customers. The mall consists of three floors. The ground floor accommodates mid-range brands, while the first floor is dedicated to luxury. However, moving into the intricacies of the mall, there is some "commercial mix" between luxury brands and those providing public goods. A deliberate choice to maximize attendance mall for the benefit of all brands. At the food court, located on the second floor, about 70 signs restoring their home, including Venezia Ice Pomme de Pain, Mc
Donalds, Burger King ... There is something for everyone. In total, this section includes 1200 seats where you can sit down to enjoy a breathtaking view of the ocean. The outdoor area covers 30,000 m2 including 14,000 reserved for green spaces. In short, a true extension of the cornice of Casablanca. Side animation, the group has Aksal package. Morocco Mall is, in fact, with the 3rd largest musical fountain and water in the world, with an area of ​​6000 m2. Choreographed music and light is offered to visitors, day and night.
The aquarium will certainly be one of the attractions of the flagship mall. A large compensation for nostalgic one that was closed in Casablanca a few years ago. The Aquadream is the third of its kind built in a mall, after those of Berlin and Washington. A real connection between the mall and its environment as hosts nearly 3,000 living species, including tropical fish and corals from all over the world. Diving sessions will be offered in the mall. In Morocco Mall, the national heritage is no exception. A real traditional souk covering an area of ​​700 m2 was built in the temple of modern shopping, bringing a touch of Morocco. The space is divided into four zones, dedicated to Marrakech, Fez, the Amazigh culture and jewelery. Odors and materials used, such as cedar or zellige, is a nod to the national crafts. Designed by architect Abdessamad Acharaï, the souk also houses two mosques with spaces reserved for ablutions.
New tourist attraction
Morocco Mall expects to receive 15 million visitors per year. Customers who do not recruit only among nationals. The project promoters want to make it a tourist destination in its own right. Thus, from Morocco, tourists can kill two birds with one stone. There first visit to the country. Then, the possibility of shopping by finding the same items in their home country. But the advantage of the Morocco Mall is that it offers the possibility to benefit from a tax refund. In addition, management is available to customers of the 11 largest hotels in the city a free shuttle service to enable him to visit the mall.