The Complete Guide to a Dream Wedding in Marrakech
Marrakech, the ochre city, exerts an unparalleled fascination with its unique architectural heritage, exceptional craftsmanship, and atmosphere that is both magical and mysterious. Celebrating your wedding in this legendary city allows you to experience a day of wonder in a fairy-tale setting. Follow this guide to learn everything about organizing your dream wedding in Marrakech.
Choosing the Perfect Venue in Marrakech
Riads and palaces are popular choices for weddings in Marrakech. Nestled in the medina, these historic residences offer a sumptuous and intimate setting. Some luxury hotels like La Mamounia also have large gardens and suitable facilities. For an outdoor wedding, the palm groves of the Palmeraies or the dunes of the Agafay desert provide an incomparable backdrop.
Religious or Civil Ceremony
Depending on your beliefs, you can have a Muslim religious ceremony or a civil ceremony for your wedding in Marrakech. Many riads are perfectly suited for organizing both types of events with their patios or landscaped gardens.
The Wedding Banquet
Moroccan cuisine, rich in flavors, offers many delights for the wedding feast. Several options are available: a sumptuous Moroccan banquet with countless appetizers, typical dishes like couscous or mechoui, cakes, and Oriental pastries. You can also opt for a chic option combining French cuisine with Moroccan touches. Don’t forget the fresh fruit juice bar, smoothie bar, and, of course, the famous mint tea bar!
Choosing the Right Decor
The decor will add the final touch for a fairy-tale Moroccan wedding. Focus on raw and natural materials like wood, stone, pottery, and pierced lanterns. Warm colors like burgundy, orange, and earthy tones harmonize perfectly with the venues. Floral arrangements of roses, carnations, and jasmine delicately scent the spaces. For a glamorous touch, work with calligraphers to inscribe your names in Arabic calligraphy on the patio walls.
Traditional Entertainment and Welcome Gifts
Various forms of entertainment can enhance the day and welcome your guests in the purest Moroccan tradition: a Gnawa music group for mesmerizing rhythms, belly dancers, a fire-breather in the evening, henna artists to decorate hands… Not to mention woven baskets or small leather bags for welcome gifts.
By working with a specialized local event agency like us at Escapia Travel, you can fully concentrate on the wonderful moments to come!
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