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Bahia Palace in Marrakech – sharing beauty but not doing it justice

If a picture equals 1000 words the following pictures only permit the viewer a blink of the eye to take in beauty which when in its presence seems to engulf all the senses. As you view these pictures, you may get a hint of what we experienced when we visited the palace.

The symmetry and harmonious blending of color is in total contrast to the chaos in the narrow streets within the Medina where this palace is located. These narrow, ancient city streets with air pollution, motorbikes, push carts, donkey wagons, gawking tourists, and hurried locals are in great contrast to the serenity within the palace.  (some pictures coming in the next post)

Ceiling
Ceiling closeup
Ceiling closer up
Each room was an “Oh, wow!”
Beginning restoration
The blue paint matched the sky
Ceiling and archway
Closeup of the above ceiling
Some of the colored glass is missing from these windows because of earthquake damage 2 years ago. Restoration is still occurring.
Amazing plaster work
Pretty amazing place, but we wonder how the person who had this built amassed the wealth required to build this palace.

4 responses to “Bahia Palace in Marrakech – sharing beauty but not doing it justice”

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    Anonymous

    do you think you will take all of these designs and colors and reopen a workshop? I imagine your mind could be swimming

    love your photos and impressions

    Sherry

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      Anonymous

      I’m sure I’ll be using the designs, but there will be no workshop! Retired and meant it this time.

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    Anonymous

    there are some beautiful quilting patterns in these pictures. What a glorious place! Thanks for sharing .
    Peggy.

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    Anonymous

    I see quilting patterns everywhere. Which came first?

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