This North African country was the first to acknowledge the independence of the United States of America.* In 1777, seeking to expand foreign trade, the country's sultan opened his ports to several European countries with which he did not have treaties, and to the brand new nation of the USA. In ... Read More »
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Morocco Tours: Name That City!
The artificial lake above is supplied by the wall of Atlas Mountains in the background and has been watering the surrounding groves of palm, olive and fruit trees, known as the Menara Gardens, since the 12 century. The elegant 19th-century pavilion is used for picnicking and gazing out over the lake ... Read More »
