Morocco Pavilion, Themed area in Epcot, Florida, United States.
The Morocco Pavilion is a themed area in Epcot's World Showcase, located between the Japan and France pavilions. It is designed as a Moroccan medina, with a central plaza featuring a minaret and a replica of the Nejjarine Fountain, a narrow street called the Medina lined with small shops, and a replica of the Bab Boujloud gate leading to the Fez House. The pavilion includes the Gallery of Arts and History, the Restaurant Marrakesh, and the Tangierine Cafe.
The Morocco Pavilion opened on September 7, 1984, the first expansion pavilion added to World Showcase. King Hassan II sent Moroccan artisans to Florida to build the mosaics and hand-tiling, and the Moroccan government sponsored the pavilion until October 21, 2020, when Disney took ownership.
The space takes its name from the country it represents, and every visible detail was created by artisans from that region. Visitors encounter intricate patterns and carvings throughout, reflecting how central craftwork remains to daily life and artistic expression.
The site is easy to walk through with wide pathways and clearly marked areas. Visitors should plan time for multiple restaurants and shops, and note that the entire area gets crowded during peak hours.
King Hassan II sent Moroccan craftsmen to Florida to build the pavilion's mosaics by hand; because of Islamic rules on imagery, no human figures appear in them. The Moroccan government sponsored the pavilion until October 21, 2020, when Disney took ownership, the only World Showcase pavilion a national government had backed.
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