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    Grand Tazi Hotel

    Posted by DavidBates 19 December 2006

    This is probably the only place in the Medina, 1 min from Djemma el Fna, where you can get a cheap beer. It has seen better days but has loads of atmosphere. The lounge is full of comfy chairs and ornate plasterwork. Waiters, most of whom have also seen better days, shuffle around taking orders for drinks. A great place to meet other travellers or just lounge around when you are souked out.

    Corner of Ave El Mouahidine and Rue Bab Agnaou.

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    Leather goods

    Posted by DavidBates 14 December 2006

    When buying leather goods, particularly bags and slippers, check the lining as paper is often used instead of leather. I know this from personal experience.

    Over the last twenty years it is harder to find real bargains and the shopkeepers have wised up to European prices and will often ask outrageous amounts for their goods. Be prepared to spend a lot of time to barter the price down to a third of the asking.

    This is worth doing for the experience even though you will still probably find the equivalent item in a fixed price shop cheaper.

    Still, an amazing city to visit. Wander round and get lost in the souks to soak up the atmosphere.

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