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Medina Craftsmanship: A Thousand-Year-Old Know-How
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Medina Craftsmanship: A Thousand-Year-Old Know-How

June 1, 2026
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The souks of Marrakech are the largest traditional market in Africa. Organized by trade, they house craftsmen whose know-how is passed down from generation to generation.

Zellige, hand-cut geometric mosaic, is one of Morocco's most emblematic arts. Each piece is cut individually then assembled to create patterns of fascinating complexity.

Leatherwork in the tanneries of Marrakech uses centuries-old techniques, with natural dyes based on saffron, mint, and henna.

Hammered copper is found everywhere in the medina: lanterns, trays, teapots... Each piece is a unique work of art.

At Riad Sable Chaud, our decoration is the fruit of collaboration with the best artisans of the medina, thus perpetuating these precious traditions.

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