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| custom_value_2= Three4}}<html></div></html>Morocco is a pavilion located within World Showcase in [[Epcot]]. It is located between the [[Japan]] and [[France]].==History==Morocco was one of the countries planned for World Showcase dating back to 1978 <ref> http://progresscityusa.com/2011/06/19/epcot-origins-a-model-future-1978/ </ref>. In fact, when Disney CEO Card Walker revealed the companies plans for EPCOT Center in the cast member Eyes and Ears magazine, he noted that Morocco was one of the first ten countries to sign a letter of intent to participate in World Showcase. Although the pavilion was not an opening day pavilion, Moroccan themed bathrooms were operational on EPCOT Center’s opening day <ref name= "potties"> http://progresscityusa.com/2010/02/16/the-mystical-potties-of-morocco/ </ref>. Construction on the rest of the pavilion then began in late 1982, with the official groundbreaking taking place in 1983 <ref name= "potties"/>. Finally, on September 7, 1984 the Morocco pavilion officially opened <ref> https://www.mouseplanet.com/guide/430/Walt-Disney-World/Epcot/World-Showcase--Morocco/ </ref>. Since the pavilion opened it has seen a relatively few number of changes. Besides the changing of many of the shops located in the marketplace, the only major changes in Morocco have been the addition of the Tangierine Café on September 30, 1999 <ref> http://www.intercot.com/discussion/archive/index.php?t-195363.html </ref> (which replaced the tourism bureau) and the addition of Spice Road Table in January 2014 <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/spice-road-table/news/11jan2014-review---spice-road-table-at-epcot's-morocco-pavilion.htm </ref>.
==History and Layout<ref> http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2011/10/morocco_pavilion_part_one.html </ref> <ref> http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2011/10/morocco_pavilion_part_two.html </ref>==[[Image:Moroccopavilion.jpg|300px|thumb|The Koutoubia Minaret in the Morocco pavilion]]Unlike the other countries in World Showcase, the Morocco pavilion was directly sponsored by the country it represented. In fact, King Hassan II (the King of Morocco) sent craftsmen and artisans to help Disney design and create the pavilion. Since Islamic religion prohibits the artistic depiction of live objects, the decorations in the Morocco pavilion were all decorated with geometric patterns. Like many cities in Morocco, the pavilion is divided into ville nouvel (the “new city” which is located in the front of the pavilion) and medina (the “old city” which is located in the pavilion’s rear). The "Bab Boujouloud Gate", which was inspired by a similar structure found in Fez, separates the two areas.
The Morocco pavilion was one of Located in the countries planned for World Showcaseville nouvel is the pavilion’s gardens, dating back which includes a working waterwheel (located on the lagoon) that brings water to 1977the gardens. Although The new city part of the pavilion did not open until 1984, construction on is also home to the pavilion began in 1982Koutoubia Minaret. One Epcot’s opening day, Moroccan themed bathrooms were located The largest structure in the pavilions future sitepavilion, and by lite 1982 work had begun on the rest minaret is a replica of the pavilionKoutoubia Mosque Minaret found in the city of Marrakesh. The official groundbreaking At one time, guests could visit the Center of Morocco began Tourism in 1983, with the Moroccan pavilion opening where they could obtain vacation planning literature and even book flights on September 7, 1984Royal Air Maroc. This area has since been replaced by the counter service restaurant [[Tangierine Café]].
Morocco holds After passing through the distinction of being the only pavilion sponsored by it’s home countries government. In factBab Boujouloud Gate, there is a noticeable change in the King of Morocco (King Hassan II) sent craftsmen and artists to help Disney Imagineers pavilion’s design the pavilion. Since Islamic religion prohibits Instead of the artistic depiction broad streets and ordered building placement of live objects, the decorations in the pavilion were all decorated with geometric patterns. Like many cities in Moroccoville nouvel, the pavilion medina is divided into ville nouvel (new city) more narrow and medina (old city)winding. The new city is located at the front majority of the pavilion, while the old city medina is located at taken up by the in the back. The "Bab Boujouloud Gate"pavilion’s marketplace, which was inspired by a similar structure found in Fez, separates the two areaswhere guests can purchase all sorts of authentic Moroccan merchandise. Located in In the ville nouvel is marketplace guests can also find the pavilion’s gardens. One of the things that makes these garden’s uniqueKidcot station, is that a working waterwheel (located on the lagoon) brings the gardens waterwhere they can get their Epcot passports stamped. The new city part of Although the pavilion marketplace is also home themed to the Koutoubia Minaret. The largest structure in the pavilionlook like it is outdoors, the minaret entire area is covered by a replica of the Koutoubia Mosque Minaret found in the city of Marrakeshwell hidden roof. At one time, This was done to protect both guests could visit the Center of Tourism in the Moroccan pavilion. Here, guests could obtain vacation planning literature and even book flights on Royal Air Maroc, the official airline of Morocco. This area has since been replaced by the counter service restaurant, the Tangerine Cafémerchandise from Florida’s elements.
After passing through the Bab Boujouloud Gate, guests will notice a change Another point of interest in the pavilion’s design. Instead of the broad streets and ordered building placement of the ville nouvel, the medina Moroccan pavilion is much more narrow and winding. The majority of the medina is taken up by the pavilion’s marketplaceFez house. Here, guests can purchase all sorts of tour an authentic Moroccan merchandisehome. In Nearby another minaret, which is a replica of a minaret found in Chellah (a historic site near the marketplace guests can also find the pavilion’s Kidcot stationcity of Rabat), where they can get there Epcot passports stampedbe seen. .Although Also located in the marketplace is themed to look like it is outdoors, old town section of the entire area Moroccan pavilion are an ancient water clock (which is covered by a well hidden roof. This was done to protect both guests and the merchandise from Florida’s elements. If guests pay close attention, they may notice that Imagineers produced the smell replica of incense a clock found in Fez) and the sound a replica of rural animals in the marketplace. This was done to make the area seem as authentic as possibleNejjarine Fountain.
Another point of interest in the Moroccan pavilion is the Fez house. Here, guests can tour an authentic Moroccan home. Nearby, another minaret can be seen. This minaret was a replica of a minaret found in Chellah, a historic site near the city of Rabat. Also located in the old town section of the Moroccan pavilion is an ancient water clock, which is a replica of a clock, found in Fez, and a replica of the Nejjarine Fountain.
==Attractions==
Although not specific to ItalyAt this time, guests travel to the Morocco pavilion when playing the interactive Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure. Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure- On this interactive adventure, guests can grab a communicator and travel around World Showcase to help Kim and Ron save the world! The Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure takes place in every one of the World Showcase countriesdoes not feature any attractions.
==Shopping==
The Moroccan pavilion features a wide variety of shops, most of which are located in the pavilion's marketplace.
'''Tangier Traders'''- Here guests can purchase traditional clothing and shoes among other authentic merchandise.
'''Brass Bazaar'''- This shop sells artisan products including decorative plats plates and mirrors. The shop also features an Outdoor Bazaar outdoor bazaar where guests can purchase ceramic tiles and handmade baskets.
'''Medina Arts'''- This shop offers traditional ceramic Tajine and ceramic plates.
'''Casablanca Carpets'''- At this store guests can purchase hand knotted carpets and rugs.
'''Souk-Al-Magreb'''- This store offers a wide variety of Moroccan merchandise, including Fez hats, wind chimes and Henna Lamps.[[Image:MoroccoShop.jpg|400px|thumb|The inside of one of the many shops found in the Morocco pavilion]]===Former Shopping===
==Restaurants==Tangerine Cafe- Located in Throughout its history the "new city" portion of the Moroccan Morocco pavilion, this counter service restaurant serves traditional Moroccan cuisine. Guests can get sandwiches and wraps here, along with other Mediterranean specialtieshas housed many different shops.Stores that were once located within the pavilion included:
Restaurant Marrakesh- This table service restaurant is located in the "old city" portion of the Moroccan pavilion. Here guests can get a traditional Moroccan meal, including a number of lamb and chicken dishes. '''Berber Oasis'''
Moorish Café and Pastry Shop- This bakery allows guests to purchase authentic Moroccan sweets. '''Fashions From Fez'''
==Live Entertainment=='''Jewels of the Sahara'''
'''MoKasbash Woodcrafts'Rockin'''- This five piece band combines rock and roll music with traditional Arabic rhythms.
==Characters=='''Mekens Potters'''
Aladdin==Restaurants=='''[[Tangierine Café]]- Aladdin usually appears near ''' Located in the Tangerine Café "new city" portion of the Moroccan pavilion, this counter service restaurant serves traditional Moroccan cuisine. Guests can get sandwiches and wraps here, along with Jasmine (Common)other Mediterranean specialties.
Jasmine'''[[Restaurant Marrakesh]]- Jasmine usually appears near ''' This table service restaurant is located in the Tangerine Café with Aladdin (Common)"old city" portion of the Moroccan pavilion. Here guests can get a traditional Moroccan meal, including a number of lamb and chicken dishes.
Genie'''[[Morocco Coffee & Pastries]]- Genie, from the Disney movie Aladdin, can occasionally be seen in the ''' This bakery allows guests to purchase authentic Moroccan pavilion (Rare)sweets.
==Fun Facts and Trivia==* Since guests can see '''[[Spice Road Table]]'''- Morocco’s newest dining establishment is a tapas restaurant located on the Tower of Terror behind the Morocco pavilion, the top of the tower was designed to blend in with the architecture of MoroccoWorld Showcase promenade. Spice Road Table also offers various Mediterranean wines.
* Morocco is the only country in World Showcase, which the government actually helped design ==Entertainment=='''Musique Aramenco'''- This three piece band plays a fusion of modern and constructtraditional Moroccan music.===Former Entertainment===
* Morocco is the only country besides [[Germany]] to have a Friendship Boat dock located within its pavilion'''Mo'Rockin'''- This five piece band combined rock and roll music with traditional Arabic rhythms. * For a while, guests could take "The Treasures of Morocco" tour around Mo'Rockin performed in the pavilion. The tour was free and lasted 45 minutesfrom 1999 until 2014.
''' B'net Al Houwariyate'''- This group played traditional music including "rural Berber chants and Chaabi festival rhythms". B'net Al Houwariyate performed from October 2014 until November 2015. <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/bnet-al-houwariyate/news/21oct2015-moroccos-bnet-al-houwariyate-leaves-epcot.htm </ref>
==References==http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/guides/epcot/epws'''Ribab Fusion'''-moroccoThis funky band showcased Morocco's Amazigh (Berber) culture.htm
==Fun Facts and Trivia==* Since guests can see the Tower of Terror behind the Morocco pavilion, the top of the Tower was designed to blend in with the architecture of Morocco <ref> http://landtowersecrets.allears.net/blogs/jackspencecom/2011see-the-tower-of-terror-from-inside-epcot/10</morocco_pavilion_part_tworef>.html
http* Morocco is the only country in World Showcase which the government of the host country actually helped design and construct <ref> The Epcot Explorer's Encyclopedia:A Guide to Walt Disney World's Greatest Theme Park <//progresscityusaref>.com/2011/06/19/epcot-origins-a-model-future-1978/
http* Morocco is the only country besides [[Germany]] to have a Friendship Boat dock located within its pavilion <ref> https://progresscityusatouringplans.com/2010epcot/02attractions/16friendship-boats </ref>. * For a while, guests could take "The Treasures of Morocco" tour around the-mystical-potties-pavilion. The tour was free and lasted 45 minutes <ref> http://allears.net/ae/issue095.htm </ref>. * If guests pay close attention, they may notice that Imagineers produced the smell of-moroccoincense and the sound of rural animals in the marketplace. This was done to make the area seem as authentic as possible <ref> http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2011/10/morocco_pavilion_part_two.html </ref>. ==References==
