The Moussem of Moulay Abdallah Amghar (page 2 of 2)

Hi,

Thanks for the info on the origins of the Doukalis. That said, beyond the historical aspect, they consider themselves Arab without hesitation—because in Morocco, if you're not Berber, you're automatically Arab. My wife is a purebred Doukalia, from the village of Chtouka near Azemmour. If I told my mother-in-law she's not completely Arab, I'd be banned from couscous for the rest of my life!

It’d be a shame to miss out on Doukalai couscous, one of the best in Morocco😉 "I’m Berber, you’re Arab, he’s Sahrawi"—those kinds of statements don’t really mean much when you know a bit about Moroccan history. Few people truly know their origins, much like the horses ridden in the "tbourida": the Arabian Barbs we call "Khayl" or "Aoud slah/Aoud snah" (war horses, destriers) that are just as much Arab as they are Berber.

Unfortunately, this moussem is also known for less fantastic aspects—crowds go hand in hand with prostitution and pickpocketing.

Best regards

A real connoisseur, I see 😉

A real connoisseur, I see 😉

Hello, "Real connoisseur" is too much praise— I just try to learn as much as I can and taste all the dishes 😉 Best regards,

Thanks for sharing this other side of Morocco with us!! Great idea to take the Ferris wheel to get those amazing photos of thousands of tents! The photos of the horses galloping are stunning. I’d love to see a fantasia, but there’d be way too many people for me at that one 🤪!!!

Hello,

In the summer, Fantasias are concentrated along the coast, likely due to the temperature. I’ve seen a few, and I’d recommend the "National Festival of Traditional Arts" in Bouznika (30 km south of Rabat), which aims to promote and showcase Tbourida. It takes place in the second half of August, around the 20th, over 5 days, so after Moulay Abdellah. The best troupes in Morocco gather there, and the level is high. There are fewer people than at Moulay Abdellah, of course. The troupes performing there are truly magnificent. Plus, the beach is nearby, along with many grilled meat and méchoui restaurants.

A photo of a horse and its rider in Bouznika.

What an atmosphere! Thanks! 🙂

Hi,

For those in Morocco at the end of July, the Moussem of Moulay Abdellah Amghar runs from July 19 to 26, 2019. Here’s the program:

http://www.moulayabdellah.ma/index.php

What a great idea for a report! Well done and thanks.