To avoid embarrassing situations and misunderstandings, comply with common practise. Here are a few essential rules to follow:, Morocco

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• In Morocco, access to mosques and holy places is forbidden to non Muslims. A few exceptions are the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, the Mohammed V Mausoleum in Rabat, the Moulay Ismail mausoleum at Meknes and the Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum at Rissani.
• Avoid provocative clothing.
• Accept mint tea when offered, a sign of hospitality.
• If you are invited to share in a family meal, you should symbolically use the ewer to wash your hands. The meal begins after the master of the house has said the “bismillah” in praise of God. Use your right hand to eat, taste everything, but don’t think you have to finish everything in your plate, which is usually impossible!
• Avoid drinking, eating and smoking in public in daytime during the period of Ramadan.
• If you want to photograph somebody, don’t forget to ask for permission.

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