Marrakech is the world’s tenth most romantic city, according to travel blog UCity Guides.

Marrakech Named World’s Tenth Most Romantic City

Rabat – Marrakech is the world’s tenth most romantic city, according to travel blog UCity Guides.

The Red city “offers 1001 nights of sensory pleasures to be shared with a special someone,” the blog wrote.

“Spices, labyrinthine markets, camel rides, snake charmers” define the beauty of Marrakech, which is home to “arguably the most romantic boutique hotels in the world (called ‘riads’), as well as the perfect setting for a romantic getaway, surrounded by palm trees, views of the Atlas Mountains, and, of course, the Sahara Desert nearby.”

The Moroccan city has attracted art lovers, curious adventurers, and couples seeking to celebrate their love in “exotic” Marrakech.

Despite its popularity, Marrakech continues to face competition from well-established romantic European cities such as Venice, which topped UCity Guides’ list of the 10 most romantic cities.

The city of lights and love, Paris, placed second on the list, followed by Prague, Florence, Rome, Lisbon, Vienna, and Seville.

Bueno Aires, the only non-European city featured on the list along with Marrakech, placed 9th, thanks to its “sensual mix of European elegance and Latin American seduction.”

As a leading national and regional travel destination, Marrakech embodies Morocco’s rich gastronomy, fashion, and architecture.

The Moroccan city’s friendly inhabitants and its ability to preserve its traditional beauty while introducing touches of modernity have made it one of the friendliest cities in the world, according to the travel magazine Conde Nast Traveller.

Considered an “international melting pot” by Time Out, Marrakech has long served as a home or a second home to leading public figures, from British statesman Winston Churchill to fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent.