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Kingdom of Morocco: (Al Mamlaka al-Maghrebiya)
Capital of the country: Rabat
Biggest city: Casablanca
Language: Berber and Arabic (official), French often the language of business, government and diplomacy 
Literacy: Total Population: [52%] Male: [66%]; Female: [44%]
Religion: Muslim
Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Chief of State: King Mohammed VI
Prime Minister: Aziz Akhannouch
Area: 446,550 km² (56th biggest country in the world)
Population: 36 million
Area:172,413 square miles; slightly larger than California
Year of Independence: 1956
Currency: Dirham (MAD;DH) 100 Dirhams about 10 Euros / $13 US
Notes: DH 10, 20, 50, 100 & 200.
Coins: DH 1, 5 & 10/5, 10, 20 & 50 centimes
Calling code: +212
Local Time in Morocco: Greenwich +1
Weights & Measures System in Morocco: Metric

Health in Morocco:

Vaccinations are generally not required for travelers visiting Morocco, but it is recommended to get shots for typhoid and hepatitis A if you have not previously received them. It is also a good idea to check with your doctor to make sure your polio and tetanus vaccinations are up to date. If you are coming from a country with a high prevalence of cholera, you may need to present an anti-cholera vaccination certificate. Morocco is generally a safe country for travelers, and following basic travel safety guidelines can help prevent minor health issues such as upset stomach or dry skin due to weather conditions.

Best Time to Travel to Morocco:

Morocco is located in the northwest corner of Africa and has a long coastline along the Atlantic Ocean and Gibraltar. The best times to visit Morocco are generally considered to be spring (April and May) and fall (September and October), when the weather is pleasant. Morocco has over 300 days of sunshine each year, but summers can be very hot, with temperatures reaching up to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. In the summer, Moroccan people often take vacations and head to the coast, where it is cooler. Winters in Morocco are typically mild, with temperatures ranging from 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Some areas of Morocco, such as the High Atlas region, receive snow during the winter and can be good destinations for skiing and other winter sports. Morocco has a summer climate in the south and mountains, as well as along the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts. Winter can be pleasant during the day in the south, but desert nights can be very cold. If you plan to hike in the mountains, it is best to visit between April and October, unless you have experience in snowy conditions.