Morocco

Unchanged by history, frozen in time
A shamble of buildings, chaotic and close
Winding pathways through shopfronts and homes
A bazaar of mules and wares

Cloying heat and exotic smells
Of spices and sweat, animal and man
Sunlight dappled through rushes and roofs
Rough ancient plaster and tarnished bronze

Vibrant colours, mosaic and cloth
Carvings of wood, deep grained and lacquered
Leathery faces sit basking from doorsteps
Aromas of mint and tea mixed with smoke

Saffron-stained leather dries in the sun
Hands and feet stained scarlet
Beaten gold into intricate designs
Adorn doorways next to tile mosaique

Shops that open onto sandy alleys
A labryinthine network of streets and buildings
Roofs overlapping, tilework and whitewash
Whilst the wail of religion calls to service