Ouriki Marrakech
Morocco - Essaouira - Fez - Marrakech - Agadir
Ouriki is a Berber village southeast of Marrakech. This small village named Ouriki, Marrakech, is known for its weekly local market, which is spread out in the whole village. The market divided in different sections, so it take some time to visit all the sections- congested with animals, vegetables, local craft and more. Many villagers from the neighboring villages visit this market. The village is very congested, but it was easy to find some quiet places at the boundaries of the village with several donkeys and local men around. The most crowded part of the market is the animal section. It is very interesting to have a look at the energetic bargaining and trade between the villagers. In another part of the market, you can see a lot of vegetables and delicious local fruits. At this colorful part of the market you will be seen many tomatoes, onions and other vegetables and herbs. The soil in the encircling area of the village must be fertile. In the animal section and vegetable section of the market, you will be hardly seen any woman.