Beauty of the Old

To me, the image resonates of ancient and modern North Africa. The Medinas in Morocco were submerging into a world that integrated its very rich and diverse past and heritage with the modern west. Like the picture illustrates, the market probably has not changed too much in the past centuries in some parts. However, it has integrated the modern west into its picturesque scenery. The Salon de The are reminiscent of the Cafes in Paris, and the motorcycles are a unique touch to a place that could feel like a time machine. In general, the country seemed to be divided into modernity and tradition, making it the most important and evident aspect of the transition that Morocco is going through. 

GNunez

This is common scenario in one of the tanneries in Fes. One of the greatest things about Morocco is the mystery and confusion embedded in its Medinas. Though a Medina might result overwhelming at times, there is a fascinating world behind the wood doors.
Being a tanner might not be the most exciting job but for a tourist it is definitely a must experience in Morocco. In a Medina one would feel like in the Middle Ages. The lack of technology and the most primitive ways of a market live and producing goods would give that essence to what Morocco really has to offer. But Morocco is certainly, more than a Medina. It is a country that encourages growth and improvements. Nonetheless, the Monarchical power limits a lot of those reforms, despite all the modernity reformations from King Hassan VI has encouraged.

Tõnis Pick!

I believe that the new King Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca plays an important role in Morocco's transition. I think that this mosque is more than just "cool". It fits way more religious fans than any mosque does, as well as its facilities are just amazing. Building a mosque with automatically opening huge roof - thats something. As well as the washing facilities and the rest of the interior design - I dont think any other mosque can compete with it. And last but not the least, my personal favorite was the swimming pool - this should meet the needs of the biggest religious fans.

By Tõnis

Marrakech: Car outside Medina

I chose this photo because it shows how Moroccans are adapting to modernity. The car is parked outside the ancient medina in Marrakech, inside Moroccans have markets similar to the ones which have existed for years, even though they may have different goods and more tourists. That they are using cars to transport their goods and themselves, shows the transition. Also the two men to the left of the car are wearing jeans and t-shirts, whereas the woman behind the car is wearing a pink head-covering. Their clothing also shows hoe society is changing; though the women often cover their heads, many of them also wear jeans etc. so Morocco is adapting in it's own manner while keeping to it's religious precepts.

Modernity meets Morocco

Casablanca- Day 1

The strange amalgamation of broken down houses with rows of satellite dishes stacked on top truly represent the frequency of Casablanca. The hand of modernity has painted over the poverty in Casablanca with a monumental mosque that is the Mecca of development and "prosperity" for the people. I personally feel an imbalance in this process of transition from a third world country into a stable economic high-tech profile, which can be thoroughly represented in the photograph. I feel this picture really captures Morocco in transition between old and new; a house in shambles along the beach with Pepsi and Coca-Cola plastic chairs outside.

Posted by: Blaze Gonzalez

Judicial Transition in Morocco

This picture was taken during a lecture at the school of Judges (Institut Superieur de la Magistrature) in Rabat. The school prepares new Judges and offers re-training to existing ones. It is the only school of judges in Africa and its efforts are not only directed towards the transformation of the Moroccan Judicial system but also help in the development of the judicial system of many other African countries. It is an institution that I would call "the pride of Africa" because it opens its doors to other African students through scholarships and give them the much needed judicial education the continent always wanted.

Posted by : Kebba Fadera

This image is from the mosque in Casablanca. I thought that this image captured the essence of the Moroccan coast. Some of my fondest memories of Morocco are from sitting on the beach in Casablanca. This picture shows how amazing and captivating the sunsets can be in North Africa. The sunset mixed with the detailed tiles of the mosque remind me of how Moroccan architecture integrates well with the landscape.
Posted - Cody Hampton