Morocco: a mosaic of cultures

Morocco is considered one of the most romantic countries in the world. It boasts a heady mix of European, African, Moslem and Berber cultures along with legendary cities, ancient mud-brick kasbahs, rolling sand dunes, snow-capped mountains and an extensive and largely undeveloped coastline.

Between the Mediterranean and Atlantic , Europe and Africa , Morocco has always been a land of exchanges and encounters. Since early Antiquity, it has been a land of successive invasions, by the Phoenicians, then the Romans and the Byzantines. Here, Berber, Arab, Jewish and Christian cultures have learnt to live together. Each has contributed its genius, making Morocco a land of tolerance and shared beauty.

 

Moroccan handicrafts – particularly leatherwear have been exported from region since the 16th Century. In addition to leather, goods include carpets, decorated pottery and ceramics, silver jewellery, embossed brass, lamps and copperware, sculpted wood, and basket ware

The culture, colours and fascinating artefacts come together at Corso De’ Fiori with fabrics by Mokum that draw their inspiration the rich texture of this country.  In the world of Interior Design especially in Paris the Moroccan “feel” is extremely important.  The home of Yves St Laurent in France for example, exudes the atmosphere of Marrakech.