Frommer's Review
This exotic pavilion has architecture embellished with geometrically patterned tile work, minarets, hand-painted wood ceilings, and brass lighting fixtures (the king of Morocco sent his own royal artisans to work on the pavilion). It's headlined by a replica of the Koutoubia Minaret, the prayer tower of a 12th-century mosque in Marrakech. Note the imperfections in each mosaic tile; they were put there on purpose in accordance with the Muslim belief that only Allah is perfect. The Medina (old city), entered via a replica of an arched gateway in Fez, leads to Fez House (a traditional Moroccan home) and the narrow, winding streets of the souk, a bustling marketplace where all manner of authentic handcrafted merchandise is on display. Here you can browse or purchase pottery, brassware, hand-knotted Berber or colorful Rabat carpets, ornate silver and camel-bone boxes, straw baskets, and prayer rugs. There are weaving demonstrations in the souk periodically during the day. The Medina's rectangular courtyard centers on a replica of the ornately tiled Najjarine Fountain in Fez, the setting for musical entertainment.
Treasures of Morocco is a three-times-per-day 45-minute guided tour (1-5pm) that highlights this country's culture, architecture, and history. The pavilion's Gallery of Arts and History contains an ever-changing exhibit of Moroccan art, and the Center of Tourism offers a continuous three-screen slide show. Morocco's landscaping includes a formal garden, citrus and olive trees, date palms, and banana plants. On the entertainment side, Mo'Rockin' plays Arabian rock music on traditional instruments Tuesday through Saturday.
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