Morocco

The inhabitants of Morocco celebrate numerous Muslim and national festivals through the year. The dates for most of their religious holidays are worked out on the lunar calendar which makes them impossible to predict according the western calendar that most people in other parts of the world use. During the festivals, there can be fasting, dancing and feasting - all depending on the type of holiday being celebrated. The Muslim festivals are observed by all Islamic residents regardless of how long they last. This may not be that easy since, for example, Ramadan celebrations last an entire month and its observers have to fast for the period and abstain from sex, smoking and drink. Moussems (ammougars) are normally festivals held in honor of saints.

For the most part, the celebrations are a lot of fun and visiting during one of them can greatly enhance your trip to the country.