Emblem of Marrakesh

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As my submission for Disney Pic of the Week – Morocco, I offer this photograph of a stone prayer tower which is based on the Koutoubia Minaret. Moroccan architecture has a great deal of texture whether it’s brick or clay and a touch of painted ceramic tiling to add blues, greens, and yellows.
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Disney Pic of the Week: Morocco

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The Morocco pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase is the only one sponored by its country’s government. When it was being constructed, the King of Morocco sent his royal craftsmen to lay all the tile work, carvings and paintings you see in the pavilion. This northern African country makes for a beautiful Disney Pic of the … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Morocco"
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A Walking Tour of Epcot’s Morocco Pavilion

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OK everyone, get ready because we are heading off on another walking tour. Today we are going to Morocco. I don’t know about you, but because the entertainment is right out in front I don’t travel back into the pavilion very often. Well we’re going to change that today. We are going to stop and … Continue reading "A Walking Tour of Epcot’s Morocco Pavilion"
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Researching Epcot Hidden Mickeys

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I’ve been working all of my spare time recently on the update for the Walt Disney World Hidden Mickeys book. Epcot has been my emphasis for the last few weeks. Of course, I take a short break here and there to enjoy the Epcot offerings. My friend and neighbor Jim and I sang along with … Continue reading "Researching Epcot Hidden Mickeys"
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Epcot – New Morocco Exhibit

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A new exhibit has opened in the Morocco Pavilion at Epcot. Located in the first building on the left as you enter the country, this new display is titled, Moroccan Style: The Art of Personal Adornment. As you might guess from the title, the exhibit features clothing and jewelry from this North African country. When … Continue reading "Epcot – New Morocco Exhibit"
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Epcot’s Morocco at Night

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The Morocco pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase at night.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/10s, f/3.5, 1600 ISO, -0.6 EV, 18mm Focal Length The Koutoubia Minaret (prayer tower) in Epcot’s Morocco pavilion is beautifully lighted every night and makes an excellent Disney Pic of the Week for our Night theme.
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