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You're beautiful

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Bridging Cultures: A Comprehensive Guide to Moroccan Arabic (Darija) and Amazigh (Berber)

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By: Rania Basria/ Arab America Contributing Writer Morocco is a fascinating nation recognized for its diverse cultural heritage, historical sites, and magnificent scenery. The two principal languages spoken by its inhabitants are Moroccan Arabic (Darija) and Amazigh (Berber), which are essential to comprehending its core. Arab America contributing writer, Rania Basria says, these languages represent … Continued

Etymological Exploration: The Indigenous Language of North Africa, Tamazight

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By: Maryem Bouatlaoui / Arab America Contributing Writer Tamazight Language  Tamazight derives from the Afroasiatic language family, indigenous to the North African region. Over 14 million people in Morocco and nearly 7 million people in Algeria natively speak Tamazight, as do minor populations in Libya, Tunisia, northern Mali, western and northern Niger, northern Burkina Faso … Continued

Traditional Music of Morocco Series (Episode 1 of 7): Reggada

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By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and it also has its own unique musical and dance genres that are borne out of numerous traditions. These traditions stem from many influences including the cultures of the Amazigh, Arabs, Berbers, Gnawa, … Continued

Islamic Dynasties of North Africa- Almoravids and Almohads

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By: Lyric Ludwig / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout history, the Amazigh people have been able to create some of the largest and most influential kingdoms in African history. In antiquity, there was the great Kingdom of Numidia founded by Masensen, a power in both trade and agriculture. Once Roman influence receded in the Maghreb, … Continued

Who Are the Moroccan Amazigh?

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By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer In the Arab world, there are multiple identities. Among the many identities, there are the Amazigh, who live in North Africa. The Amazigh have their own unique identity, traditions, culture, and history. If you want to learn more about the Amazigh, this article will tell you more. The Amazigh … Continued

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