Morocco
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Flag: The red color in the flag symbolizes strength, bravery, valor, and hardiness. Green represents for hope, peace, love, wisdom, joy, and is also the color of Islam. The five-pointed star represents the five pillars of Islam.
Language: Arabic (80–90%); Berber (25–30%)
Religion: 99% of Moroccan’s are reported to be Muslim (Mostly Sunni)
Population: 35.74 million people
Unique Animals: Because Morocco has 40 different ecosystems throughout the country, it is home to many different animal species. Some unique ones include:
The Fennec Fox- one of the smallest breeds of foxes, weighing only 1.5-3.5 lbs and measuring only 9-16 inches long.
Special Foods: Couscous is originally from Morocco. Some of the more interesting foods found in Morocco include: steamed sheep head, snail soup, and stuffed camel spleen.
Cool Geography: Morocco has coastal areas located on the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. It is also mountainous throughout Central Morocco (the Atlas Mountains) and the Sahara Desert can be found in Southern Morocco.
Bucket List Items in Morocco:
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Take a camel safari through the Sahara Desert!
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Visit the blue city, Chefchaouen
Prayer: Lord, I pray for our time in Morocco. I pray for the people who live there and the government over them. God, I pray that you would open doors and provide opportunities for our team to minister to those we come in contact with in Morocco. I pray for safety and for health and for spiritual and emotional wellness during this month of our journey. I pray that you would be preparing the way for us in Morocco and laying down the foundation ahead of us as we go. I have high hopes for this month and great expectations for all that you will do during it.
