The hammam, or public bath house, it a tradition that Moroccan men and women indulge in usually weekly. It is a large aspect of this culture so it seems appropriate to share it with you. It goes ...

Morocco's hammam is a centuries-old cleansing ritual that's deeply woven into the country's culture, community life, and ...

Entre océan, Atlas et déserts, le Maroc promet un voyage d’expériences. Hammams et soins au savon noir, quad en plein désert, ...

For a 14-year-old American girl who had never been outside of the country, moving to Casablanca with my family was a culture shock. It was also a gift: Thinking back to my time in Morocco, I’m ...

In Search of Baraka… discusses the traditions of the Moroccan hammam. Global Voices stands out as one of the earliest and strongest examples of how media committed to building community and defending ...

RABAT, Morocco — For years, Fatima Mhattar has welcomed shopkeepers, students, bankers and retirees to Hammam El Majd, a public bath on the outskirts of Morocco's capital, Rabat. For a handful of ...

Stripping down at a reception desk is a first for me, as is being in a Blue City. I’m in Chefchaouen – an ancient Moroccan town famous for its buildings awash in shades of azure. Some say the makeover ...

A winter sun break in Agadir will lift your spirits and have you in relaxation mode at warp speed... There are cats everywhere in Agadir, and while they're not of the pampered variety I have at home, ...

A hammam is a traditional Moroccan steam room where women and men go (separately) to cleanse their bodies and indulge in ritual-based body treatments. It's usually a public area, a bit like a Turkish ...