Article Updated March, 2026
You’ve likely seen a photo of many goats standing in the thorny branches of a tree. I had, and I knew those photos were taken in Morocco, specifically in Argan trees. Since I was headed to Morocco, I hoped I’d get to see the unusual sight.
Near the end of my tour, I did come upon goats in an argan tree. When you see the site up close and in person, it’s almost unbelievable. You must stop and grab a camera. And stopping is precisely what the goat owners want.
Most travelers to Morocco, leaving from the United States, land in Casablanca or the White City. The name Casablanca rolls off the tongue and entices travelers with romance and intrigue, but the African city lacks tourist attractions. The former French colonial port, fronting the Atlantic Ocean, matured into the country’s most modern and western-like city. Today, skyscrapers and a large business district fill the once-exotic marketplace. So, what do you do in Casablanca?
In my opinion, three sites bring cherished memories and top the list of what to see and do in Casablanca:
I’m thrilled to say I won first prize in the SATW Eastern Chapter Media Contest for Best Magazine Article in 2021. My article featured Bill Oyster: The Wizard of Blue Ridge, Georgia.
I invite you to read the winning article I wrote for DeSoto Magazine, published in October, 2021. Sadly, the magazine is no longer being published.
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