Jemaa el-Fnaa is the main square of Marrakech and the most important part of the city medina. Locals and tourists gather here to have a drink, eat and enjoy numerous musical spectacles that often take place here. Hoopla and halqa (street theater) have been here since the founding of the city, more precisely since the 11th century. During the day, the square is full of surprising scenes, from monkey trainers who trained monkeys to climb on tourists, to "snake tamers" who play their flute. In Jemaa el-Fnaa, you will also find numerous stalls selling squeezed fruit juices, spices, teas and leather goods, so you can buy unique handbags here that you will gladly take home as the ultimate fashion trend.
The main square of Marrakech is transformed in the evening, and the morning stalls disappear to make room for food stalls where visitors can dine surrounded by Moroccan musicians playing traditional music. Keep in mind that you should try this experience because the food is quite cheap and very tasty.
In 2001, UNESCO declared Djemau El Fna a 'World Heritage Masterpiece' for reviving urban legends and oral history.
After 14:00 the square becomes forbidden for traffic and the only thing you will hear are the voices of sellers at the medina. The experience is wonderful. Try it!
