Morocco celebrates the Amazigh New Year, Yennayer, as a national holiday, honoring centuries-old traditions of abundance, connection, and cultural rituals. The celebration features unique vocabulary and special greetings—let's discover some of the most commonly used Amazigh words during this New Year's Eve.
In Morocco, January 14th is now a national holiday, commemorating the Amazigh New Year. The lead-up to this ancestral celebration is marked by a unique atmosphere, highlighted by the preparation of traditional dishes. Among the festive meals of Id Yennayer, tagoula has stood the test of time as the undisputed centerpiece for centuries.
Although the kingdom was proclaimed an independent state on the 2nd of March, every year; Moroccans celebrate independence on the 18th of November. The latter commemorates King Mohammed V accession to the throne and his notorious speech delivered to announce the end of the French control.