We had a great stay in Asilah, a really interesting but very relaxed town.
On Christmas Day we were woken by the haunting, deep-voiced call to prayer via the speakers on this Mosque minaret.
We visited the impressive remains of a Roman town, Lixir, set on a hill overlooking the wide river Loukkos (locust), with its 400 capacity auditorium.
On Boxing Day we drove an hour or so south to Merdja Zerga (blue lagoon) and were taken by Hassan on a boat across the lagoon. Hassan explained that the lagoon is tidal, filled by sea water through a narrow inlet.
He told us about the varied fish and bird life of the lagoon, including gulls, terns, oyster catchers, plovers, coots and a large flock of flamingos which spend 3-4 winter months in the lagoon.
Due South 
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Salut mes Chéris! I’ve been off the grid for a week so catching up on your adventures just now. I cannot believe you’re already experiencing the wonders of Africa. Your description of some the Moroccan towns make me feel like going there now. Keep on enjoying those pastries!! Colette xx
Merci la plus belle, we are indeed enjoying fantastic hospitality, food and landscape and excited about the next stage.
Hope you had a bonne Noel and have great New Year celebrations. Zxxx