Travel the halal way and discover... a tradicional moroccan hamman!

A visit to Morocco would just not be complete without a visit to a Hammam or a ‘Bathhouse’. A traditional hammam or – steam bath if you like – is the perfect remedy for those seeking a truly envigorating Moroccan experience. The hammam is traditionally a place for men or women to meet and chat whilst being scrubbed clean and massaged. Hammams are a hive of activity and noise, and many exhibit fine examples of Moroccan architecture, with vaulted...

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Travel the halal way.... and discover the ALCÁNTARA القنطرة BRIDGE (Toledo)

The word Alcántara comes from Arabic القنطرة (al-qanţarah), which means "bridge".  The Alcantara Bridge was part of the defensive enclosure of the city of Toledo. Of Roman origin, around the year 788, is constructed as confluence of roads seeking passage to the city from the east, across the Tajo River.  It was rebuilt under the leadership of Almanzor and, according to its inscription, was completed in 997 by Alef, his son, governor/alcaide...

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