Chefchaouen (local calls it Chaouen) is one of the prettiest towns in Morocco. It's in the Riff mountains. I only had a short time so I wanted to have a guide to show me around. I contacted Gite Talassemtane Tours and asked probably 100 questions to make sure the trip plan is perfect. Fatima from GT answered each question with care and she was just great taking care of my needs. Their speciality is rural Chaouen. Most of the westerners visit just the medina but don't make the mistake. You gotta see the rural Chauen and for it, you gotta use someone like Fatima
www.gitetalassemtane.com
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A small andalusian-style nestling high up in the Rif mts. Charming old walled medina founded 1472. For those wanting peace & calm (unlike Fez & Marrakesh). I recommend as a fine holiday stop-off and not only because I'm the British Consular Warden!
2 hr drive SE of Tangier
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