We had a “free day” today but decided to grab a bus and travel to the edge of the RIF (small mountains) and explore a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a very old Roman Ruins called VOLUBILIS. I have seen many Roman ruins, but this was exceptional and only about 30% excavated.we got a local guide on site and he took us thru historical and local areas and gave us so much info. It was great. Then we went to Mekenes passing miles and miles of olive groves and agricultural land. We learned why Muslims don’t like dogs, but can tolerate cats. We had a very traditional lunch in an old restaurant before we started another walking tour of the Moroccan Sultanate. Long ride in the bus, but worth it to learn all this history. After a short rest we went into the cooler and retrieved our wine and had a happy hour. We were joined by a most impressive woman professor at a Moroccan university. We asked her to speak of the role
of women in Morocco and how things are changing. She was most articulate and impressive...and I was in my element. Even Steve joined in for questions. I just felt I could spend so much more time with her...ms Fatima......with sociological discussions and observations. I didn’t want it to end....but dinner called! Our last night at this cozy Riad before we head to the Sahara for our desert excursions. We were served a very traditional dish called chicken pastille....and once again we were stuffed but happy. Mohamed entertained us with his story of his Berber wedding in his home town, and it was quite the tale. Tomorrow...we head out..early...a 9 hour trip thru the Middle Atlas Mountains to Erfoud....the date capital of Morocco...and the edge of our desert trip. I cannot wait!
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