Time Zone |
Africa/Casablanca |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+0 |
Time Zone |
America/Chicago |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-5 |
Marrakech, the historic imperial city of Morocco, is located in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains in the southwest of the country and is known as the "Red City" for its iconic red earthen architecture. It has been an important trade and cultural center in North Africa since the Almoravid dynasty founded it in the 11th century, and the Old Town (Medina), designated a World Heritage Site in 1985, is a collection of winding alleyways that house traditional bazaars, mosques and palaces, such as the street performances in the Djemaa Square, the minarets of the Koutoubia Mosque, and the exquisite mosaics of the Bahia Palace. With its exotic blend of Berber, Arab and Andalusian flavors, spice markets, leather workshops and garden courtyards (such as the Jardin Majorelle), it's a must-visit for a taste of Morocco's tradition and modernity.
Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.