The Green City In Morocco Is Famous As An Alcohol Thanks To Instagram

From a small, little-known city, Chefchaouen (Morocco) has become one of the most visited destinations by tourists on Instagram.
The green city in Morocco is famous as an alcohol thanks to Instagram
About 5 years ago, Chefchaouen, a small city in Moroco, became a tourist phenomenon with eye-catching blue houses. This place is more than 500 years old. Originally, the town was called Chaouen, meaning "peak" because of its special location with the nearby Rif Mountains. In 1975, this place had its current name, meaning "the view of the mountain top"

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Thanks to geographical features, the city emerges in the midst of nature like a beautiful green gem. In the morning, when cold air flows down from the top of the mountain, locals in woolen robes sip a cup of mint tea at the cafes in the square.
The reason the people in the town painted their houses blue is still controversial However, most theories are related to Jews.




One of the town's most glamorous features is a blend of Moroccan and Andalusian architecture, featuring red-tiled roofs and intricate wood carvings. Ramps and stairs in the city add a special touch to the landscape.
Not every building in the city is green. Typically Kasbah, a fortress built to resist the Portuguese invasion.
40,000 people live here but only about 2,000 people reside in the green painted houses. Most visitors only come here to play during the day because Chefchaouen does not have many attractive destinations. Unlike bustling cities, the city maintains a peaceful life that has existed for centuries
Tourists to Chefchaouen change from time to time.



Previously, most of the visitors were Europeans. They come in the summer. However, at present, the majority of visitors are Americans, Chinese, Japanese and Korean. The tourist time lasts all year round.
To better serve tourists, many locals have learned foreign languages like English or French and Chinese. Many also invite guests home to play and have free dinner. They call it Moroccan hospitality.
Previously, few people knew about the town.



The only method of promoting tourism is through word of mouth. Photos of Chefchaouen are also relatively rare because reporters, photographers or cinematographers must apply for a license before working here.
Smartphones and social networks make the lives of the townspeople change. In just a few years, the number of visitors checking-in at Chefchaouen on Instagram has reached more than 445,000.
Three years ago, Ahmed Saadoune, a former taxi driver, turned the family home into a museum and opened for a fee. In addition to the green walls, he decorated the house with traditional pots and items such as olive presses, looms and bread baskets. This makes visitors excited. Before that, the house was abandoned.




As a result, Saadoune's income increased 2-3 times compared to when he was a taxi driver. His house also welcomes many famous models and actors as well as international politicians and officials.
The wave of tourists helps many locals not have to leave the country to find work. Previously, according to tradition, residents of Chefchaouen made a living by craft. Their products are usually leather bags, copper lamps, scarves and robes. These jobs are not very stable.
Tourism thrives, residents in the city have more jobs. Typical is Mohammed Saddnoune.



Two years ago, he opened a convenience store and bakery to serve tourists.
Instagram brought a wave of visitors to the town. Many hope visitors can stay longer. Therefore, they continue to renovate residential areas and open more inns.
According to Kim Ngan / Zing news
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