The blue city

Chefchaoen is a city located in the north of Morocco. It is located in the mountains, but it has a Mediterranean feel. The city has many blue painted buildings and was once home to many Jewish people. It is far different from the other places we have traveled, in that it is a tourist destination. I know I am technically a tourist, but here I feel like a seasoned tourist. In Chefchaoen I feel comfortable enough here to strike out on my own and tour the town.  The people here are friendly. The food is sold at tourists prices. The hotels here serve wine and beer.  There is an abundant amount of ferrel cats.

The icey blue doors and stairs in front of many of the establishments are calming. My photos do not do this any justice.  It's hard to believe our trip will soon be drawing to a close and what a more perfect place to start our journeys end.  Impressions like most areas tourism is a major part of the local economy.  Although many people here welcome tourists because we buy goods, eat in the restaurants and stay in the hotels, there was a under current that we are not welcomed by all. Many people in Chefchaoen speak Dirija and Spanish. I know I have said it before but I am continuously impressed by the amount of Moroccans who can speak more than one language.

Massalama!

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