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Lanterns of the Souk

Moroccan World Showcase
June 01, 2017 by Matt Spangard

Morocco remains my favorite country in Epcot's World Showcase. The degree of authenticity in design of the structures, food and crafts available is what really makes the difference. The lack of a single "showcase element" also makes everything seem more genuine. You just wander through the souk, enjoy a local snack or beverage and relax around the fountains. It's an oasis among all of the sensory overload that Disney is known for.

This photograph was captured with a Sony a6300.

June 01, 2017 /Matt Spangard
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Restaurant Marrakesh II

Morocco World Showcase
May 28, 2017 by Matt Spangard

Sorry for the late post today... er, tonight. There was too much racing action today and we snuck off for a waterfall hike in the mountains this afternoon. 

This photograph was captured with a Sony a6300. 

May 28, 2017 /Matt Spangard
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Perfectly Imperfect Fountain

Morocco World Showcase
May 24, 2017 by Matt Spangard

This tranquil fountain is found in the back corner of the souk in Epcot's Morocco World Showcase. Most people don't make it that far back into the souk so it's usually a nice place to relax. Note that there is a certain imperfection in the tiles that is very unlike Disney's usual meticulous approach to design elements.

The tiles were designed and laid by workers appointed by the King of Morocco so they were likely very talented craftsmen. It's a common Western belief that islamic tiles are imperfect by design as a way to show homage to Allah as only he could be perfect. However, this "intentionally imperfect" philosophy is not as widely-held in the Islamic World. There, it is said that it's more likely that the construction and design techniques simply create natural variations as patterns bend around corners or behind arches. Simply put, there's no need to intentionally make something imperfect that by design is likely to have a few natural variations in the first place. Perhaps the difference, then, is simply that those imperfections are more likely embraced by artists and patrons than they would be in other cultures. 

This photograph was captured with a Sony a6300.

May 24, 2017 /Matt Spangard
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Happy Hump Day

Morocco World Showcase, Epcot
April 19, 2017 by Matt Spangard

This befezzed camel stands guard in the middle of the Souk in the Moroccan World Showcase in Epcot. I'd like to think that he comes to life on Wednesdays to wish everyone a happy hump day. It is Disney so you never know!

This photograph was captured with a Sony a6300.

April 19, 2017 /Matt Spangard
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Morocco World Showcase

Morocco World Showcase, Epcot
December 04, 2016 by Matt Spangard

Morocco is my favorite country at Epcot's world showcase. The Kingdom of Morocco insisted on sponsoring and doing construction on the pavilion, rather than relying on corporate sponsors. It brings an authenticity and humbleness that outshines some of the more traditionally popular countries. 

If you're interested in seeing more photographs from Epcot's Morocco, check out my Morocco gallery.

This photograph was captured with a Sony NEX-7.

December 04, 2016 /Matt Spangard
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Courtyard Lantern

Morocco World Showcase, Epcot
September 11, 2016 by Matt Spangard

One of my favorite pavilions in Epcot's World Showcase is Morocco. I've posted several photos from this particular courtyard in the past. It is supposed to be an example of a "typical" upper-class Moroccan home and it is beautiful. I've always dreamed of living in a home with an internal courtyard. Even without a courtyard home, at least I can still hang out in this one for some shade and a little rest and recovery time whenever I'm lucky enough to visit Epcot. 

This photograph was captured with a Sony NEX-7.

September 11, 2016 /Matt Spangard
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Moroccan Fountain

Morocco World Showcase, Epcot
July 24, 2016 by Matt Spangard

This is a peaceful fountain in the courtyard at the Morocco World Showcase in Epcot. This is one of the most relaxing spots that I've found on all of the Disney parks. It's a great place to step aside from all of the fun and just take a minute to regroup and relax. The cover provided by the hallways of the courtyard also provides good shade and rain protection.

This is another photograph in my Morocco World Showcase series. 

This photograph was captured with a Sony NEX-7. 

July 24, 2016 /Matt Spangard
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Restaurant Marrakesh

Morocco World Showcase, Epcot
July 17, 2016 by Matt Spangard

Have you ever eaten at the Restaurant Marrakesh in the Morocco World Showcase? I've always wanted to but on our last visit, we ate at Spice Road Table instead. It seemed that it might be a little more kid-friendly and we all really enjoyed it. If you have eaten there, how was it? I think we need to add it to our reservations list for our next visit.

This photograph was captured with a Sony NEX-7.

July 17, 2016 /Matt Spangard
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Mosque of the Booksellers

Morocco World Showcase, Epcot
June 12, 2016 by Matt Spangard

This replica of the famed Mosque of the Booksellers in Morocco is sponsored by none other than the King of Morocco. Learn more about the Mosque and the Moroccan World Showcase in my previous photos — I can't overstate how much I enjoy visiting the Moroccan World Showcase!

This photograph was captured with a Sony NEX-7.

June 12, 2016 /Matt Spangard
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Palms and the Mosque

Morocco World Showcase, Epcot
May 22, 2016 by Matt Spangard

I hope everybody isn't getting tired of my Morocco World Showcase photographs. I just think the place is so awesome! 

This photograph was captured with a Sony NEX-7 and edited in Adobe Lightroom.

May 22, 2016 /Matt Spangard
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