Assouline Marrakech Flair

Marrakech is said to stimulate all the senses. Whether it is seeing the intricate zellige tiling ; smelling the various spices sold in the souks; hearing the call to prayer from the nearby mosques; touching the supple leather used to make a pair of babouches (leather sandals); Marrakech tastes of a flavoursome tagine and never ceases to excite. Located just west of the Atlas Mountains, the city has been inhabited by Berber farmers for centuries. It is also called the "ochre city" for its proliferation of red sandstone buildings and red city walls, which now enclose the medina, home to Jemaa el-Fnaa, one of Africa's busiest squares.

Marrakech is bursting with culture and has been inspiring visitors for decades. From Yves Saint Laurent to Talitha Getty, Winston Churchill to Mick Jagger, Marrakech has attracted great icons inspired by its eternal spirit and sweet, beautiful life. Yves Saint Laurent's intimate relationship with this city led to the opening of a museum dedicated to his legendary work. Marrakech's annual international film festival attracts prominent crowds. Museums abound, with Moroccan art, photography, carpets and the Andalusian design aesthetic permeating the city's architecture. Hotel La Mamounia, opened in 1923, offers a legendary history, including such hosts as Winston Churchill. Vanessa Branson's El Fenn is a collection of traditional riads that make up a beautiful boutique hotel.There are countless ways to be immersed in Marrakech's culture, but perhaps the best place to start is with a simple glass of mint tea.

The book has 304 pages and measures W 25 x L 33 x 3.7 cm.