Trekking in the Moroccan Atlas, 2nd: Includes Marrakesh City Guide

Stretching 1200 miles from the Atlantic port of Agadir east to Tunisia the Atlas form one of the world's great trekking ranges. The High Atlas region in central Morocco is the most dramatic and beautiful section of the entire range. Towering peaks, deep gorges and huddled Berber villages enchant all who visit. This updated and expanded guide includes: *50 detailed trekking maps--showing route times, places to stay and points of interest. The best treks in Toubkal, Sirwa, Sahro, and M'goun. *Practical information--planning the trip and getting to Morocco from Europe, North America, and Australasia*Historical and cultural background--includes religion, art, cuisine, and customs*Marrakesh, Imlil, Taliouine, Ouarzazate, N'Kob, Boumalne du Dades, Azilal, and Tabant--detailed street plans, where to stay, where to eat, what to see, and getting to the beginning of a trek*Green hiking and safety--how to stay healthy and minimize the impact on a fragile region*Language sections for Arabic, Berber, and French*Moroccan flora and fauna--includes a four-page full color guide to the flowers of the High Atlas, plus an illustrated bird identification section