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Moroccan Houses
WHAT'S A RIAD ?
The Term médina , in Arabic madina , means old city in contrast to the modern (European style) city. In Morocco , the riads (also transcribed riyads or ryads ) represent the traditional dwelling in the medina. Etymologically, a riad means « garden » in Arabic. As you go through the alleys of one of the medinas in Morocco , you will have no doubt that behind the great walls with decent-looking entrance doors, there hide those sumptuous dwellings. From the very entrance, you will have to go through an elbow-shaped corridor. It is designed in such a way as to leave no chance for any inquisitive eye to steal a glimpse of the splendor of the place: Riads being traditionally constructed in such a way as to be totally closed on the outside world to protect the intimacy of the women inside. The authentic riads are arranged around a patio generally planted with trees ( most often orange-trees). Being at the center of the house, the patio, with vegetation and a fountain in the middle, is the vital point to which all the rooms are oriented. The roofs and the terraces, formerly used only to perform various household chores, are today, for the most part, arranged in a way to offer the pleasure of discovering the Medina from a new viewpoint! In the course of years, the Medinas were completely abandoned by their inhabitants, who left to more modern and more practical new parts of town. Thus, these sublime dwellings started to fall into neglect. It was not until the 90's that the riads have benefited from a new revival of interest in them. Many were converted into secondary residences, guesthouses or restaurants. From Palaces to guesthouses, the spell of the riads conquered Moroccans and foreigners who have worked everyday to save this precious patrimony. The Riads of Morocco are still full of yesteryear ambiences; their mystery continues to fascinate a large number of foreign visitors who come for a sojourn there.
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This last riyad is huge! Beautiful design for all riyads...
Great thing, since given that people invest in them; it assures the old medina survival and a reasonable allocation of money for renewal. |
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If im rich Im gonna buy one hell of a riyad
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